India's Postpartum Depression: A Quiet Mental Health Emergency for New Mothers

Written by Bhopal's senior psychiatrist, Dr. Sanjeet Diwan ‘ Emotional Cost of Motherhood’ The most blissful stage of a woman's life is frequently depicted as motherhood. But behind those happy photos and baby showers is a reality that is frequently overlooked: postpartum depression (PPD). PPD is a rising public health issue that affects almost 22% of Indian women and has an effect on both the mental health of expectant mothers and the development of their unborn children. The top psychiatrist in Bhopal, Dr. Sanjeet Diwan , discusses the often-ignored symptoms of postpartum depression, its rising incidence in India, and the importance of prompt treatment in this blog. Postpartum Depression: What Is It? A mood disorder that develops after childbirth is called postpartum depression. Unlike "baby blues," which usually go away in a week or two, PPD is much more severe and lasts longer, making it difficult for a mother to tak...