Patient's question:
A friend of mine is always not in their right mind, sometimes clear-headed and sometimes crazy. What should I do if I suffer from depression after giving birth?Doctor's answer:
It is possible to experience depression again after giving birth, mainly due to some psychological discrepancies that may arise postpartum. Apart from family relationships, especially between different generations, such as mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law, who may have disagreements on how to raise and care for the child. Additionally, the influence of psychological hormone fluctuations can also lead to a recurrence of depression. If postpartum depression reoccurs, it is essential to pay attention and seek a face-to-face consultation with a psychiatrist in a hospital, as well as being prescribed antidepressant medication.