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Postpartum psychosis most likely in month after childbirth

Problem plagues about one in 1,000. Study of first-time mothers suggests reduction in hormone levels could be a trigger

By Solmaz Barazesh

- More than 2 years ago

Mothers with no previous history of mental illness face the greatest risk for postpartum psychosis during the first month after childbirth, a new study suggests.

Postpartum depression is a common problem for many women in the days following delivery.