The assessment and treatment of postnatal depression.

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  • Jane Hanley
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Postnatal depression is a common depressive illness with a variety of potential causes. This article outlines the detection of postnatal depression, the effects that the condition has on the whole family and treatment options.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Nursing times

دوره 102 1  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2006