Recognizing Postpartum Depression The birth of a baby is generally considered a joyful time‚ but it is also a time when women are susceptible to depression. Such feelings make it extremely difficult for a new mother to take care of herself and her baby and it may put a strain on the family. Depression that occurs after the birth of a baby is called postpartum depression‚ otherwise known as PPD. Postpartum illness is a serious problem among women. Once thought of as a relatively minor phase within
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Teleanu and Constantinescu (2014)‚ spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage can occur from sudden small vessel bleeding secondary to hypertension or angiopathy‚ which is called primary spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage‚ or from arteriovenous malformations‚ coagulopathies‚ vasculitis‚ tumors‚ or trauma‚ which is called secondary spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage. The recommended treatment plan for patients with an intracranial hemorrhage includes blood pressure management‚ increased intracranial pressure
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Briana Toro Forensics 5/19/12 G.C.H.S. Petechial hemorrhages can provide evidence of time of death as well as some ways the person may have died. A petechial hemorrhage is a form of mild hemorrhage which causes markings called petechiae. These markings take the form of small red to purple spots which can vary in size and distribution from a few tiny markings to an array which may look like a rash or abrasion. These spots are caused by a broken capillary blood vessel. A cause
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Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario Mindy Donaldson PSY 280 April 17‚ 2015 6- Month Pregnant Woman MEMO To: 6- month Pregnant Woman From: Mindy Donaldson Date: April 17‚ 2015 Re: Daily Activity List The following is a daily activity list for the 6 month developmental pregnancy timeline‚ this consist of three activities if done daily can have a positive effect on your pregnancy and your infant’s future development. What a baby looks like and how it acts‚ to an extent are determined by
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in providing the patient care either in the hospital or in any other healthcare settings. A nurse can over sees any patient; however‚ there are different level in the care that a nurse can provide to a patient. Comprehensive understanding of pathophysiology‚ The recognition of being a nurse in patient care management is really appreciate. The society is increase‚ and the role of a nurse becomes ponderous. As
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According to the Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health‚ one in five women develop depression during the first few months after the birth of their child.1 Postpartum Depression or PPD can be mild or severe and may cause a woman to feel like she is not enjoying her baby like she had expected. A depressed mother may lack an appetite‚ causing her body to feel drained and after time‚ her weight will flourish. She may also lack sleep and it is known for depressed individuals to lose concentration on
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The objective of this paper is to develop a thorough understanding of treatments available for mothers with postpartum depression and formulate a research question that can provide for future direction. Postpartum depression is universally recognized as a serious condition affecting 10-15% of women within a year of birth (O’Hara & Swain‚ 1992). The high prevalence of postpartum depression among mothers makes this an issue worth exploring the type of treatments available. A set of physical and psychological
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Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario Ms. LaTonya Clay PSY/280 August 16‚ 2012 Ingrid Lewis Prenatal and Postpartum Memo: Dr. LaTonya Clay Patient: Patricia Anderson 6 months pregnant (necessary daily activities) Prenatal and Postpartum Scenario Here are a few daily activities that pregnant mothers can do that will positively affect her infant’s future development. Taking care of your health is essential not only for your own personal benefit but also to the well being of your growing
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There were 126‚826 estimated cases of postpartum depression among many Filipino women during and after childbirth in the Philippines in 2004 according to a press release report made by the Public relations and Information Department of the House of Representatives of the Philippines last May 11 of this year. However‚ according to Rep. Narciso D. Santiago III (Party-list‚ ARC)‚ thisnumber has been heavily measured through extrapolation than an actual count. Moreover‚ he was moved to address the situation
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that tried to drown her newborn baby in a lake in Miramar‚ FL. As a mother it breaks my heart; as a counselor I understand (kind of). The mother stays that she was and is still suffering from postpartum Depression this is an illness that mothers go through after giving birth. The exact causes of postpartum depression are unknown. Changes in hormone levels during and after pregnancy may affect a woman’s mood. Many non-hormonal factors may also affect mood during this period: • Changes in your body
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