Pregnancy is usually accompanied by some problems related to the health of the woman, and among the variables that accompany it, the psychological imbalance, as is known disconsolate pregnancy.
During that time, a woman experiences a mood disorder – sometimes sudden – which causes a constant feeling of sadness and loss of interest.
Causes of depression in pregnancy
Depression is nearly common in pregnant women and has a number of causes, most notably, according to the Cleveland Clinic:
Female’s age at conception:
The younger he is, the greater the risk of depression.
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If the pregnant woman lives alone, she will often feel sadness that leads to depression.
Limited social support:
It is best for the family to surround the woman during pregnancy and provide psychological support so that she does not feel that she is carrying the burden of pregnancy alone.
Marital Disputes:
The more the period of pregnancy is free from family problems and marital quarrels, the more stable the psychological health of women and the prevention of depression.
Unsure about wanting to get pregnant:
If a woman is not fully convinced before pregnancy that she wants to have this experience, she will be at risk of depression after pregnancy, so it is preferable that the pregnancy be in consultation.
Have a previous history of depression:
If a woman had already suffered from depression before pregnancy or a psychological disorder, even if she separated it from pregnancy for a long time, she is still at risk of developing it again during pregnancy.
Depression during pregnancy adversely affects women’s health on the one hand and pushes them towards harmful thoughts, as well as its effect on women’s health embryoHe feels what his mother feels, so it’s important to know how to treat him.
Prevention of depression
It is possible, by following several tips, to avoid this negative feeling that accompanies pregnancy, as follows:
- Taking care of yourself and reducing your routine work is an important factor in preventing depression.
- Engage in relaxing activities, like yoga
- Talk to your husband and family and ask them for support when needed
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Among the methods of treatment there is the use of antidepressant drugs under medical supervision, which are safe and do not harm the mother or the fetus, as reported by “CNN” about a scientific study conducted by researchers at the Rutgers Institute of Health.
In the event that these methods do not work, and the woman feels that she is about to enter a depressive phase, it is useful to consult a psychiatrist who knows how to treat this problem.
