This review aims to summarize the diverse proposed pathophysiological mechanisms
contributing to postpartum depression, highlighting both clinical and basic science research …

Many studies have examined effects of prenatal stress on pregnancy and fetal development,
especially on prematurity and birthweight, and more recently long-term effects on child …

The chronic mild stress (CMS) model of depression has high validity but has in the past
been criticized for being difficult to replicate. However, a large number of recent publications …

In the mammalian peripartum period, the activity of both the brain oxytocin and vasopressin
system is elevated as part of the physiological adaptations occurring in the mother. This is …

BackgroundExposure to prenatal stress is associated with later adverse health and
adjustment outcomes. This is generally presumed to arise through early environmentally …

Understanding a species' behaviour in natural conditions can give insights into its
development, responses and welfare in captivity. Here, we review research and pest control …

Substantial evidence from preclinical laboratory studies indicates that prenatal stress (PS)
affects the hormonal and behavioural development of offspring. In the following review, the …

Maternal interactions with young occupy most of the reproductive period for female
mammals and are absolutely essential for offspring survival and development. The …

Stress and previous adverse life events are well-established risk factors for depression.
Further, neuroendocrine disruptions are associated with both major depressive disorder …

All mammalian mothers form some sort of caring bond with their infants that is crucial to the
development of their offspring. The Pup Retrieval Test (PRT) is the leading procedure to …