Maternal depression in low- and middle-income countries.

Journal: International health

Volume: 5

Issue: 1

Year of Publication: 2014

Affiliated Institutions:  Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, PO , Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Abstract summary 

Maternal depression is an enormous, neglected public health problem in low- and middle-income countries (LAMICs). Evidence is accumulating to guide intervention, focused on integrating mental health care into routine maternal and child health care through a task sharing approach. Key questions around the 'who, what, when, where and how?' of intervention will be discussed in relation to the existing evidence base. A great deal of attention is now being paid to maternal health in LAMICs. By seizing this opportunity to also attend to maternal mental health care, important public health gains can be made for both the mother and her children.

Authors & Co-authors:  Hanlon Charlotte C

Study Outcome 

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Citations : 
Authors :  1
Identifiers
Doi : 10.1093/inthealth/ihs003
SSN : 1876-3405
Study Population
Male,Female
Mesh Terms
Depression, Postpartum
Other Terms
Developing countries;Health services;Maternal depression;Postnatal depression;Primary health care
Study Design
Cross Sectional Study
Study Approach
Country of Study
Publication Country
England