Postpartum Depression among Women in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State.

Abasiubong, Festus; Bassey, EA; Ekott, JU

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“…29 Also, a study in North-East Nigeria reported a prevalence of 44.5%, using a cut-off score of 7. 14 On the other hand, some other studies in Nigeria reported much lower prevalence rates; Osun State (14.6% at EPDS cut off 8/9), 20 Enugu (10.7% at the optimal EPDS cut-off score of 9), 13 and Lagos (20.9% at EPDS cut-off of >12). 30 The differences in preva-lence from various studies compared to this study may be due to differences in the study designs, the postpartum period at which the study was conducted, the differences in geographical location (developed or developing countries), different risk factors studied, and the cut off score of the screening instrument.…”

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“… 11 , 12 Two different studies conducted in South-eastern Nigeria reported a low prevalence of 10.7% in one and a high prevalence of 30.0% in the other. 13 , 14 In Northern Nigeria, seemingly high prevalence rates of 44.5% and 21.8% were reported. 15 , 16 The varying prevalence worldwide and within Nigeria could be attributed to the different types of screening methods used, the study designs, the differences in geographical location, differences in socioeconomic status, the cut off score of the screening instruments as well as the various risk and predictive factors associated with developing PPD in such studies.…”

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Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among postnatal women in Lagos, Nigeria

Adeyemo¹,

Oluwole²,

Kanma-Okafor³

et al. 2020

Afr H. Sci.

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Background: Globally, postpartum depression is one of the most common but often unrecognized complications of childbirth, yearly affecting about 10–15% of postnatal women. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of postpartum depression and its predictors among postnatal women in Lagos. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 250 mothers in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria, attending six Primary Health Care centers for infant immunization at six weeks post-delivery. Data was collected using a pretested semi-structured interviewer administered questionnaire which included the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale. Analysis was carried out using SPSS version 23TM. Chi-square and logistic regression analyses were used to determine associations and predictive relationships between various factors and the presence of postpartum depression. The level of significance was set at <0.05. Results: The prevalence of postpartum depression was 35.6%. Multiparity, delivery by cesarean section, mother being unwell after delivery, and not exclusively breastfeeding the baby were the factors linked with postpartum depression. Following multiple logistic regression, having postpartum blues (p=0.000; OR=32.77; 95%CI=7.23-148.58)., not getting help with caring for the baby (p=0.008; OR=2.64; 95%CI=1.29-5.42), experiencing intimate partner violence (p=0.000; OR=5.2; 95%CI=2.23-11.91) and having an unsupportive partner (p=0.018; OR=2.6; 95%CI=1.17-5.78) were identified as predic- tors of postpartum depression. Conclusion: This study revealed a high prevalence of postpartum depression, identifying both the obstetric and psycho- social predictors. Social support for women both in the pre- and postnatal periods and routine screening of women for postpartum depression should be encouraged for early detection and immediate intervention. Keywords: Postpartum depression; PPD; Eti-Osa; postnatal women; Lagos.

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Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among postnatal women in Lagos, Nigeria

Adeyemo¹,

Oluwole²,

Kanma-Okafor³

et al. 2020

Afr H. Sci.

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“…This is similar (93%) to another study done in the same locality as our study. 4 Moreover, Abasiubong 23 in Nigeria, Choi and colleagues 24 and Hermann and colleague 25 both in South Africa reported similar findings. However, a study carried out among pregnant Latin American women 26 showed about one-third of pregnant women were married.…”

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Depression and quality of life among pregnant women in first and third trimesters in Abeokuta: A comparative study

Soyemi

Sowunmi

Amosu

et al. 2022

South African Journal of Psychiatry

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Background: Pregnancy is a dynamic time during which a woman’s emotional state may undergo extensive change. There have been conflicting views about the magnitude of emotional turmoil that occurs during pregnancy. Some investigators suggest that pregnancy is a time of particularly good psychological adjustment; others have reported high levels of psychological challenge.Aim: Our study aimed to compare the prevalence and correlates of depression in the first and third trimesters of pregnancy and to determine the relationship between quality of life and depressive disorder.Setting: The antenatal clinic of the State Hospital, Ijaiye.Method: A descriptive, comparative study of depressive disorder and the quality of life between first- and third-trimester pregnant women (confirmed through a pregnancy test and an abdominopelvic ultrasound).Result: For each trimester, 285 participants were recruited. The prevalence of depression among the pregnant women who participated in the study was 7.2%. In the first trimester of pregnancy, the prevalence of depression was 30 (10.5%), while it was 11 (3.9%) in the third trimester of pregnancy. Collectively, the relationship between depression and QoL was significant in the overall domain, satisfaction with general health domain (t = 2.27; p = 0.03), psychological domain (t = 2.74; p = 0.010, and environmental domain (t = 4.57; p ≤ 0.01).Conclusion: Our study also highlights the need to pay closer attention to the psychological well-being and quality of life of all pregnant women and not just on their physical health and the baby’s well-being.

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“…Studies from other parts of the country have reported prevalence rates of 14.6%, 22.9%, 21.8%, 10.7%, and 44.5% from studies conducted under various settings, using different EPDS cut off points. [14,15,20,16,17].…”

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Puerperal depression among women attending postnatal clinic in Port Harcourt Nigeria

Enyidah¹,

Nonye-Enyidah²

2022

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Background: Puerperal depression is the most common of the mood disorders occurring within the first six weeks postpartum. It affects more than 15% of women across the globe and constitutes a considerable public health problem for the women and their families. It accounts for more than 20% of maternal deaths after child birth. Children of mothers with puerperal depression are likely to suffer severe behavioral problems. It is therefore imperative that factors that contribute to it be identified and considered in their management. Objectives: To determine the prevalence, risk factors and possible predictors of puerperal depression. Methods: women visiting the postnatal clinic six weeks after child birth, who met the study inclusion criteria and consented to the study were interviewed, and screened for depression using a socio-demographic risk factor questionnaire and the Edinburg postnatal depression scale (EPDS). Using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 23.0, data obtained was analyzed. P-values<0.05 were statistically significant. Results: Four hundred and five (405) women consented to the study and 135, (33.3%) had depression. Among the risk factors isolated, cohabitation, poor emotional and social support, partner violence, mode of delivery, death of children and children’s health challenges were predictive risk factors for puerperal depression. Conclusion: There is a need for urgent overhaul of social systems that favor women before and during pregnancy and after childbirth which will consider these predisposing predictive factors in their management.

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Postpartum Depression among Women in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State.

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Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among postnatal women in Lagos, Nigeria

Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among postnatal women in Lagos, Nigeria

Depression and quality of life among pregnant women in first and third trimesters in Abeokuta: A comparative study

Puerperal depression among women attending postnatal clinic in Port Harcourt Nigeria

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