Maternal postpartum depression a. is common (i.e., found in ...

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Maternal postpartum depression
 
  a. is common (i.e., found in about 50 percent of first-time moms).
  b. has few long-term effects on a child.
  c. tends to be found in individuals with a history of depression.
  d. strengthens the infant-maternal attachment.

Question 2

Sheila gave birth to a healthy baby boy two months ago. Today (like most days), she is sobbing uncontrollably and feeling irritable, resentful, and depressed. Her husband has no idea what is going on. He consults with the family doctor, who would most likely tell him that Sheila is suffering from _____ depression.
 
  a. prenatal
  b. perinatal
  c. neonatal
  d. postpartum

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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d