Why is Postpartum Depression?

Cause of postpartum depression. The causes responsible for the development of postpartum depression are not clearly established. It is thought that the origin is not unique but multifactorial.

Probably the interaction of genetic predisposition to adverse life events and hormonal changes may explain why postpartum depression affects some women and not others. However, no hormonal factor has been demonstrated as the cause of it.

The symptoms of postpartum depression:

• Physical, mental disorders and interpersonal relationships.

• Sleep disturbances, weight loss, decreased appetite, sad mood, fatigue, decreased libido, alterations in intestinal transit ...

All this in the context of the first moments after birth (but can occur in up to six months) and progressive deterioration.