Welcome to November's Postpartum Progress poll. This month we're asking you about your risk factors for postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD and psychosis. We want to know, looking back, what things in your life may have been an indicator that you would suffer a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder. Your answers are anonymous. Results will be announced at the end of the month!
November Poll: What Were Your Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression, Anxiety or Psychosis?
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Would you consider adding PMS?
I had an alarming number of risk factors & still went undiagnosed until my 2nd child, eek!
I had a lot of risk factors prior to delivery of my son and was never assessed for them. I really wish I was because I would have been more prepared when it hit me.
WOW. I had so many risk factors! I really wish screening would become mandatory for ALL expectant mothers- being informed is just a little bit helpful!? 🙂
Amazing that the largest risk factor (at the time I took this) was perfectionistic personality. We all need to give ourselves a break!
I did my graduate school research on risk factors for PPMD. In my sample, the most common factor was the new mom's perception of having a high-needs baby. Add that to all the other psychosocial issues and BAM!