Regarding the prevalence of psychiatric conditions in the peri-natal period, which of the following statements are TRUE? A. Previous mental illness may recur in pregnancy or the po... Regarding the prevalence of psychiatric conditions in the peri-natal period, which of the following statements are TRUE? A. Previous mental illness may recur in pregnancy or the post-partum period B. Post-natal depression is very common and experienced by about 50% of mothers C. Puerperal psychosis affects 2 in 1000 mothers D. If a mother has not developed post-natal depression with 3 months of the birth, then they are very unlikely to develop it E. As childbirth is a 'normal' life experience, trauma arising from birth could not lead to a diagnosis of PTSD.
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The question is asking about the prevalence of psychiatric conditions in the peri-natal period and which statements related to them are true. It provides multiple statements about mental health issues during and after pregnancy, and asks for confirmation of their validity.
Answer
A and C
The true statements are A and C.
Answer for screen readers
The true statements are A and C.
More Information
Prior mental health conditions may re-emerge during perinatal periods. Puerperal psychosis affects approximately 1-2 per 1000 women. Post-natal depression affects about 10-15% of mothers, not 50%, and PTSD can arise from childbirth trauma.
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Confusion often arises between the prevalence and perceptions of mental health disorders; look for specific prevalence rates.
Sources
- Perinatal depression and psychosis: an update | BJPsych Advances - cambridge.org
- Postpartum Depression - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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