Postpartum Depression - What it Really Looks Like

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses postpartum depression, its symptoms, and its impact on child development. She explains the causes and risk factors, including hormonal changes and preexisting conditions like bipolar disorder. The video also covers the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale as a screening tool. The aim is to help viewers understand postpartum depression and its effects on both mothers and their children.

Discuss the potential long-term effects of untreated postpartum depression on both mother and child.

What are some emotional challenges mothers may face after childbirth?

What is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and how is it used?