Janet and Steve had their first child two months ago. Steve is getting impatient with Janet because she cries frequently and has little energy or enthusiasm for anything. Although neither Janet nor Steve knows it, Janet is probably experiencing extended postpartum depression. (a) What factors have been found to contribute to extended postpartum depression? (b) What general approaches might be
helpful for Janet in getting over her depression?
What will be an ideal response?
(a) Predisposing factors include sedative medications administered during birth making both mom and baby unresponsive initially, a negative attitude toward the pregnancy, and absence of the father during the birth. After childbirth, contributing factors might include such things as attention shifting from the "pregnant" woman to her infant, leaving her needs unfulfilled; hormonal changes following birth; lack of emotional support from the husband; and a negative attitude toward the marriage. (b) General kinds of approaches include providing emotional support, encouraging her to talk about her feelings, and assuring her that she is not unusual in having this kind of reaction. Support from other mothers can be helpful.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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