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postpartum depression

[pohst-pahrtuhm di-presh-uhn] / ˈpoʊstˌpɑrtəm dɪˈprɛʃ ən /


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About 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

"I ultimately hope that there is more advocacy for postpartum depression and psychosis."

From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026

While postpartum psychosis is rare, conditions like postpartum depression and anxiety are common, occurring in around one in six new mothers.

From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026

During a 2015 interview on “Live With Kelly and Michael,” Panettiere revealed why she understood Juliette’s struggles, and advocated for more discussion about postpartum depression.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

She had probably had postpartum depression at the very least, Mia realized, perhaps even a postpartum psychotic break.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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