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Screening for postnatal depression in a population-based Swedish sample

B Wickberg1, C P Hwang

  • 1Department of Psychology, Göteborg University, Sweden.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
|January 1, 1997
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Postnatal depression affects 12.5% of women 8 weeks postpartum. Single women face higher risks, highlighting the need for early screening during infant check-ups to identify those needing support.

Area of Science:

  • Perinatal mental health
  • Psychiatry
  • Public health

Background:

  • Postnatal depression (PND) is a significant concern affecting maternal well-being.
  • Understanding the prevalence and associated demographic factors is crucial for effective intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of postnatal depression in a Swedish population.
  • To identify demographic factors associated with PND.
  • To assess the feasibility of screening for PND during routine postnatal care.

Main Methods:

  • A community sample of 1,584 women was recruited.
  • The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) was used for screening at 8 and 12 weeks postpartum.
  • Statistical analysis identified demographic correlates of PND.

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Main Results:

  • The point prevalence of PND was 12.5% at 8 weeks and 8.3% at 12 weeks postpartum.
  • The period prevalence between 8 and 12 weeks was 4.5%.
  • Single women demonstrated a significantly increased risk for PND; parity, maternal age, and occupational status were not significant factors.

Conclusions:

  • Screening for PND is feasible during postnatal checks.
  • Early identification of at-risk women can facilitate timely support.
  • A two-stage screening approach may help identify persistent PND cases.