The link between maternal violence exposure and adverse obstetric outcomes is well-
documented, but less is understood about the relationship between intimate partner …

Abstract Background Perinatal Depression (PND) is one of the most common complications
(10–20%) during the perinatal period and its clinical course and phenotypes are still an area …

Background Despite the increased global interest from researchers in postpartum
depression (PPD) and postpartum post-traumatic stress disorder (PP-PTSD), studies of PPD …

Although major depression, characterized by a pro-inflammatory profile, genetically overlap
with autoimmune disease (AD) and the perinatal period involve immune system adaptations …

Background Postpartum anxiety (PPA) and postpartum depression (PPD) are associated
with immediate and long-term health risks for both mothers and babies. The purpose of this …

Background Co-morbidity is prevalent in women with fear of birth. Depressive symptoms and
lack of prenatal attachment might influence the postpartum bonding between the mother and …

Background Maternal perinatal depression is a public health problem affecting mothers and
children worldwide. This study aimed to increase the knowledge regarding the impact of …

Maternal distress is repeatedly reported to have negative impacts on the cognitive
development in children and is linked to neurodevelopmental disorders (eg attention …

Background Perinatal depression (PND) is a major complication of pregnancy and many risk
factors have been associated with its development both during pregnancy and postpartum …

Objective To assess the evidence of the association between exposure to intimate partner
violence (IPV) and postpartum depression. IPV during pregnancy can have immediate and …