What is postpartum depression? Postpartum depression (PPD) is a complex mood disorder that occurs in some women after giving birth, characterized by adverse physical, emotional, and behavioral changes. According to the DSM-5 (Diagnostic Criteria Manual of Mental Disorders), postpartum depression is a type of major depressive disorder that usually occurs within 4 weeks after delivery. Diagnosis of...

After the baby is born, some women suffer from a mood disorder called postpartum depression, which is a common and sometimes serious condition. There is a similar mood disorder called antepartum depression during pregnancy, but it doesn't get enough attention. Let’s learn about the characteristics of prenatal depression, how it differs from other conditions, and how to seek effective help. What i...

Do you often pretend to be happy in front of others, but feel empty and hopeless on the inside? Do you feel like you have to appear perfect so as not to let others down? Are you worried that if you share your pain with others, they will think you are weak or ungrateful? If your answer is yes, then you may be suffering from a mood disorder called smile depression. Smiling depression is not a forma...