A nurse visited a postpartum mother who delivered a baby boy 3 days ago. During assessment, the nurse suspects that the mother is having postpartum depression.
Which behavior suggests the condition in the mother?
Postpartum Depression Symptoms:
Postpartum depression can manifest in various ways, affecting the mother's ability to care for herself and her baby.
Behavioral Indicators:
Euthymia: Indicates normal mood, not a sign of depression.
Eating Too Little: Can be a symptom but not as specific to postpartum depression.
Weakness to Care for the Baby: A significant indicator, as it shows the mother's lack of energy, interest, or capability to perform daily tasks related to baby care.
Difficulty Breastfeeding: Could be due to various reasons and not solely indicative of depression.
American Psychological Association (APA) on Postpartum Depression
Mayo Clinic guidelines on Postpartum Depression
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