prenatal depression
[prē-ˈnā-təl dih-ˈpresh-ən]
nounfemininepl: prenatal depressions
depressão pré-natal
1. A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness, anxiety, and loss of interest or pleasure that occurs during pregnancy, before the birth of a child
Prenatal depression affects many women during pregnancy and requires professional medical support.
A depressão pré-natal afeta muitas mulheres durante a gravidez e requer apoio médico profissional.
2. A clinical condition involving depressive symptoms that manifest in the prenatal period, distinct from postpartum depression
Screening for prenatal depression is an important part of prenatal care.
A triagem para depressão pré-natal é uma parte importante do cuidado pré-natal.
In Brazil and the USA, prenatal depression is increasingly recognized as a serious mental health condition requiring clinical intervention. Healthcare providers now routinely screen for depression during prenatal appointments. There is growing awareness that prenatal depression is distinct from postpartum depression and deserves equal attention. Cultural stigma around mental health during pregnancy is gradually decreasing as medical education and public awareness campaigns emphasize the importance of maternal mental health.
Related Idioms & Phrases
hormonal imbalance during pregnancy
struggle with mood during pregnancy
prenatal mental health crisis
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