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  • Mental Health

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  • The link between weaning and depression is historically recognized.
  • Interest has declined due to evolving diagnostic classifications of perinatal psychiatric disorders.

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  • To review existing literature on post-weaning depression.
  • To highlight its status as a rare but severe complication of breastfeeding cessation.
  • To emphasize the need for further research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on post-weaning depression.
  • Analysis of historical and current diagnostic nosologies.
  • Synthesis of findings on clinical significance and prevalence.

Main Results:

  • Post-weaning depression is identified as a rare complication.
  • The condition is severe and often undiagnosed.
  • Current research is insufficient to address the clinical need.

Conclusions:

  • Post-weaning depression, though infrequent, represents a significant risk following breastfeeding cessation.
  • The condition remains understudied and frequently overlooked in clinical practice.
  • Dedicated research efforts are essential to improve understanding and management.