Level of depression in women at post partum period in Savar, Dhaka.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to find out the level of depression in women at post partum period and association of socio-demograohic factors for developing post partum depression in Savar, Dhaka. Objectives: The objectives of this study were to identify the level of depression, to know association between the post partum depression with socio-demographic information like (mother’s age, child age,comorbidities of mother, health condition of child, relationship with husband, sexual life, family support) and the importance of screening mother’s mental health thoughtout the post partum period. Methodology: The study design was cross-sectional. Total 107 samples were selected conveniently for the study from residential area of Savar. Data was collected by using of questionnaire, post partum depression is measured by Edinburgh Post Partum Depression Scale (EPDS) scale. The study was conducted by descriptive and inferential analysis through using SPSS software 20.0version. Results: This study found that among 107 participants 2.8% mothers have none or minimal depression, 28% have mild depression, 46.7% have moderate depression, 22.4% have severe depression, a significant association found between the post partum depression and family income, also the association found between level of depression with level of motivation. Not found any association between post partum depression with other socio-demographic information and such as type of delivery, mother’s age, child age, education level, occupation of mother etc. Conclusion: Post partum depression is very common in Bangladesh.It has an impact on day to day life and it is dangerous for child health.It may impaire mothers child relationship. So it is vital to pay attention following post partum period.Mothers should be screening regularly.Post partum depression.if left untreated, can have very negative long-term effects on the mother,the child, and the entire family.AS a result, specific consideration and care are required. This calls for adjustments to existing psychological, pharmacological therapies as well as the physiotherapy treatment. Key word : Post partum depression, EPDS, antidepressant, psychotherapy, physiotherapy, treatment. Word count: 10,309