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A predictive study of post-partum depression: some predisposing characteristics

J Hayworth, B C Little, S B Carter

    The British Journal of Medical Psychology
    |June 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    High anxiety and hostility during pregnancy predict postnatal depression. Women with less life control and younger age also showed higher depression rates after birth.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Perinatal Mental Health
    • Psychological Medicine

    Background:

    • Postnatal depression (PND) is a significant public health concern.
    • Identifying predictive factors for PND is crucial for early intervention.
    • Antenatal assessment can offer insights into potential risk factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate antenatal predictors of postnatal depression.
    • To examine the association between anxiety, hostility, locus of control, and PND.
    • To identify demographic and psychological factors associated with PND.

    Main Methods:

    • Antenatal screening of pregnant women at 36 weeks gestation.
    • Assessment of anxiety, hostility, and locus of control.
    • Postnatal assessment of depression at 6 weeks after birth.

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    Main Results:

    • High antenatal anxiety and hostility were significantly associated with increased PND.
    • Extrapunitiveness combined with hostility predicted the most severe PND.
    • Lower perceived control over life and younger maternal age were linked to higher PND.
    • No significant associations were found with parity, gravidity, race, social class, or marital status.

    Conclusions:

    • Antenatal psychological factors, specifically anxiety and hostility, are important predictors of PND.
    • Locus of control and age are also relevant factors in PND development.
    • Some women may experience depression antenatally, indicating a need for continuous monitoring.