The Importance of Screening in Prevention of Postpartum Depression

Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a major public health problem and a common clinical disorder that occurs after childbirth (1). This disorder is characterized by symptoms such as depressed mood, disappointment, irritability, anxiety, lack of enjoyment of life, excessive fatigue, sleep and appetite disorders, mental and motor disturbances, disruption of family and social communication, self-harming and feeling of guilty or inadequacy particularly regarding the infant care (2-4). In addition to the problems for the mother, the baby and other family members are also affected by this problem.