Major Symptoms of Depression during Pregnancy

As in this modern generation, where women are not at all ready to give up their career for a child, pregnancy can turn out to be stress, fear, anxiety, and confused state of mind and even depressed all the time. It is not a surprising fact that almost 1 out of 4 women experience depression in their pregnancy. Most of the times depression is not properly diagnosed and it is just considered to be because of hormones. One can’t deny the fact the hormonal changes in the pregnancy can affect a women’s brain chemicals which are directly linked to the depression and anxiety. But there are other situations and worries too that can result in depression in the stages of pregnancy. 

Below are the major symptoms that are noticed in women for two weeks at any stage of pregnancy:

• Sadness that can't be get ridden of

• Lack of concentration

• Worse sleeping pattern (too much/too little)

• Lack of interest shown in the activities that were usually enjoyed

• Persistent thoughts of death, suicide, or hopelessness

• Anxiousness

• Feelings guilty or worthless

• Poor eating habits

The major cause for depression in pregnancy can start including previous pregnancy loss or miscarriage, stressful events of life or history of abuse or depression.

How can this harm the baby?

The depression can give rise to some of the major risks to the baby as well as to mother. If this is ignored, then it could result in poor nutrition, more drinking or smoking and suicidal behaviors. In the researches, it has been found out those women who have to face depression during their pregnancy lack the strength for caring properly for themselves as well as for the developing baby. The babies from depressed mothers are less active. They struggle to pay more attention, are irritated and frustrated most of the times.

Treatment for depression during pregnancy:

It is a myth that depression can’t be treated. However, depression can be cured to the extent that the women can live happily in their time of pregnancy. Hence, it can be treated and managed. Those women suffering from depression during pregnancy should consult psychiatrist in Bhopal as they may suggest support groups, psychotherapy, and other alternative therapies such as acupuncture and light therapy or would rather keep them on medications. Rest, changes in diet and herbal remedies are also effective in dealing with depression.