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Depression during pregnancy: You're not alone
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How common is depression during pregnancy?
Why does depression during pregnancy often go unrecognized?
What are the risk factors for depression during pregnancy?
What are the signs and symptoms of depression during pregnancy?
Why is treatment for depression during pregnancy important?
What are the recommendations for screening for depression during pregnancy?
Why does depression during pregnancy often go unrecognized?
Some symptoms of depression, including changes in sleep, energy level, appetite and libido, are similar to symptoms of pregnancy. As a result, you or your health care provider might attribute these symptoms to your pregnancy, rather than depression.
Women might also be reluctant to talk to their health care providers about changes in moods during pregnancy, due to the stigma associated with depression. There's also a tendency to focus more on women's physical health during pregnancy, rather than mental health.
