The management of postnatal depression
Buist, A.
Australian Family Physician 22(11): 2025-2029
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-8495 PMID: 8304858 Document Number: 409736
The author discusses a common yet underdiagnosed problem of the postpartum period. Postnatal depression can be severe, with serious consequences for mother, child and family. Often, early diagnosis and prompt treatment can be managed in general practice. The modern management of postnatal depression is summarised.
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