Prevalence and risk factors of perinatal depression among mothers and fathers in Pakistan: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Zahra Ali Padhani,
Rehana A. Salam,
Komal Abdul Rahim
et al.
Abstract:Background:
Perinatal mental health issues affect approximately 10% of women in high-income countries and 30% in low- or middle-income countries. This review aims to determine the prevalence of perinatal depression among mothers and fathers in Pakistan and identify associated risk factors.
Methods:
We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines. We included quantitative studi… Show more
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