Ethnoepidemiology of postnatal depression

Abstract

Sociocultural aspects of the immediate puerperium shape maternal emotional well-being. In-law conflict is an important source of household distress in many Asian societies. The findings have implications for clinical practice and future studies.

Modifiable partner factors associated with perinatal depression and anxiety: A systematic review and meta-analysis

“…Given that improved understanding of what the transition to parenthood involves reduces psychological distress (Forsyth et al, 2011), it is plausible that the provision of informational support would be protective. Further research is needed to test this hypothesis (Lee et al, 2004).…”

Anglo-American Mothers and the Prevention of Postpartum Depression

“…In an exploratory descriptive study (Affonso, De, Horowitz, & Mayberry, 2000), 892 women from nine countries were examined for postpartum depressive symptoms; the results support that postpartum symptoms cross cultural boundaries. Stern and Kruckman's (1983) cultural approach is widely used to guide studies on the role of culture, support, and physical changes of postpartum women in various cultures (Beck, 1996;Hung & Chung, 2001;Lee, Yip, Leung, & Chung, 2004). Results of these studies indicate the value of and the need to institute social support practices as a means of lowering the risk of postpartum depression, and modifying the factors that appear to be influential to the adjustment of mothers during their postpartum phase.…”

The negative impact of maternal bulimic symptoms on parenting behavior

“…About 80% were assisted by either relatives or domestic helpers in caring for the infants. This high percentage of assistance characterizes the custom of peiyue in Chinese societies in which support from an elder female kin during the postnatal period is mandated to ensure the passage of childrearing skills and emotional support for the mother [65].…”