6 symptoms vow “postpartum depression”

Doctors and specialists have warned against ignoring the psychological changes that may affect mothers after birth, stressing that the depression and postpartum adults are two cases that require urgent intervention, especially those that involve feelings of self -harm or the child, and they made it clear that the postpartum herself is a rare case, but it is more dangerous, as the mother loses her contact with reality, and shows hallucinations and delusions that threaten her safety And the safety of her baby.

They told «Emirates Today» that postpartum depression directly affects the child, as it disrupts the natural communication process between the mother and her infant, which leads to twice the so -called “safe link” and affects the child’s psychological and social development, which is subsequently exposed to problems in focus, social relations and academic achievement.

They stressed the need to distinguish between transit psychological depression that affects about 70 or 80% of mothers, during the first days after birth, and postpartum depression, explaining that there are six symptoms that vow postpartum depression, and require urgent medical intervention, and include: constant sadness, excessive crying, loss of interest in daily activities, sleep or appetite disorders, and difficulty Linking to the child or feeling guilty towards him, and ideas of self -harm or child, as they identified early signs that appear on the infant, including lack of visual interaction, delayed smile, sleep disturbances or crying, which deserve medical follow -up.

They proposed four modern solutions to support mothers that include: digital applications to follow the psychological state, artificial intelligence programs provide immediate support, remote treatment sessions, in addition to home care tools, such as breathing exercises, stressing that family support and early intervention are decisive factors in healing and family stability.

Realistic stories

And Rot «e. Q »Her painful experience with postpartum depression, saying that the symptoms started on the seventh day of the birth of her second child, where she felt very tired, completely lack of sleep, and continuous crying without a clear reason, in addition to the pressure of hospitality and the reception of visitors, which increased her psychological and physical tension.

She said: “I started strange ideas, like that someone would take my children from me, I did not understand why I felt this fear, but he was accompanied by day and night, and I was crying without stopping.” One day, she entered a severe attack of the turmoil, and she quarreled with her husband the moment he left for work, and she shouted at his face, saying: “You go and leave me because I gave birth to children.” Then she had a feeling that her husband intends to kidnap her children, so she asked him to leave the house, but at the same time she used to do not leave her alone.

Despite her awareness of what she was saying and doing, she was not able to control her feelings or behaviors, explaining: “I was crying hysterically, and I begged my mother to prevent my husband from taking my children, and I was sad that I was offending to those who were trying to help me, while I am in internal, but I am unable to stop and control.”

And she continued: “My husband decided to take a leave from his work to stay by my side and take care of the children, and my family surrounded me with great support, little by little I started eating food and sleeping and regaining my balance, and with time, and with this support, I gradually recover from postpartum depression.”

And it recounts «M. A »Her story with the disease, saying:“ I was smiling for everyone except my child, and I felt that I was alien to my feelings, and I began to believe that I did not deserve to be a mother, and I was crying for no reason and feel guilty all the time. ” She added, “I had black ideas, until my husband noticed my condition, and I insisted on taking me to a psychiatrist, and after my psychological treatment and family support, I gradually recovered, and I promised to love my child from my deep, and most importantly, I forgive myself after those feelings towards my child.”

Rare cases

The consultant of women’s diseases and obstetrics, Dr. Mujahid Hamami, said that postpartum depression is a psychological disorder that may affect some women after birth, and appear in the form of constant sadness, loss of passion, guilt, severe fatigue, sleep and appetite disorders. Symptoms differ from one case to another, and may begin during the first weeks after birth, and may extend for a longer period if not to intervene early.

He pointed out that there is a rare and more serious situation known as “postpartum psychology”, in which the mother loses her contact with reality, and she may show symptoms of intellectual and intellectual disorder such as hallucinations or delusions, which requires urgent medical intervention to maintain the safety of the mother and the child.

He emphasized that acute hormonal changes that occur after birth are among the most prominent incentives for the emergence of these psychological states, where fluctuations occur in hormone levels, such as estrogen and progesterone, and this sudden decrease affects the chemical balance in the brain, and may lead to the emergence of psychological symptoms, along with other factors such as previous medical history and social pressures.

He indicated that studies indicate that the type of birth and the complications associated with it, may have an effect in the psychological state of the mother, as the cesarean delivery may lead to a feeling of mixed feelings, especially if it is accompanied by complications, or if it is not well expected, such as a feeling of loss of control, or frustration that can be a catalyst for the development of symptoms of depression, in addition to medical complications, such as postpartum bleeding, after birth, Or problems in the health of the fetus, may lead to high levels of tension and anxiety that increases the risk of depression or psychosis. He stressed that the role of the gynecologist must include the mother’s psychological evaluation during pregnancy and after birth, by observing psychological symptoms, asking for evaluation questions, providing counseling and support, while converting potential cases to a mental health specialist, to avoid exacerbation of symptoms, and ensure comprehensive health care.

He pointed out that providing routinely psychological counseling sessions after birth is still uneven from one side to another, despite the urgent need for this, pointing to the importance of integrating these services within the comprehensive medical care programs for mothers.

He stressed the importance of societal awareness of the symptoms of postpartum depression and mind, stressing the need not to ignore any psychological changes that occur to the mother after birth, especially those that involve feelings of self -harm or child, calling for immediate therapeutic intervention, and following an integrated psychological and medical support plan, to protect the mother and child, and ensure the quality of a stable family life.

Impact on the child

A consultant psychiatrist, Dr. Mansour Assaf, said: “The depression of postpartum depression may be directly reflected on the psychological and emotional development of the child, as it disrupts the natural communication process between the mother and her infant, which leads to twice the so -called (security association), which is the basis for building confidence in the child, and constitutes a base for his psychological and social growth, where when the mother suffers from depression, her response may decrease to the child’s signs, which makes the child feel insecurity Studies have shown that these children are later exposed to problems with focus, social relations, and even academic achievement. He explained that early emotional interdependence constitutes the cornerstone of building the child’s personality, and is gained through the continuous visual, verbal and venerable interaction with the mother, indicating that the absence of this interaction may lead to future problems, such as anxiety or introverted.

He pointed out that there are early signs that appear on the infant as a result of the absence of this association, including the lack of visual interaction, the delay of smile, sleep disturbances and nutrition, excessive crying or excessive stillness, which are indications that do not necessarily mean that there is a defect, but it is worth the follow -up, especially if it is accompanied by the symptoms of depression in the mother.

He pointed out the importance of the family’s role in monitoring the child’s behavior, pointing out that the delay in social interaction should be taken seriously, especially in light of the presence of a mother who suffers from psychological disorders after birth, pointing to the importance of the role of the father and family decisively in providing temporary emotional care to the child, and supporting the mother psychologically at the same time.

With regard to treatment, he explained that depression after birth is a real illness, and it should not be reduced by the mother’s feelings or blame for their negligence, stressing that emotional support from the husband and the family represents a decisive factor in improving the condition, and that resorting to a psychological consultant does not necessarily mean that the situation is embarrassing, but rather a pre -emptive step to protect the mother and child, indicating that the patterns of treatment include psychotherapy, group support, and group support, and collective support, group support, and group support, and group treatment, and group treatment, and group support, and group support, and group support. Sometimes drug therapy, taking into account the privacy of the breastfeeding mother and under careful medical supervision.

Regarding the recovery period, he indicated that the light cases may take between four and eight weeks, while moderate cases may extend from three to six months. As for chronic cases, they may last or more, and improvement depends on the speed of intervention and the quality of family and psychological support available.

Dr. Assaf presented four recent proposals to follow up the psychological state of mothers, and to face postpartum depression, including the use of digital applications to track mood, designing artificial intelligence programs that provide preliminary support around the clock, psychological treatment sessions, and home tools to remind self -care, such as breathing and relaxation exercises, stressing the importance of combining these tools within the psychological care programs for new mothers.

Symptoms of depression

The psychiatrist, Dr. Shajo George, stressed the importance of distinguishing between the transit “depression” and postpartum depression, explaining that the Baby Blues is a common condition that affects about 70 or 80% of mothers during the first days after birth, and appears in the form of mood swings, sudden crying, anxiety and irritation, but it disappears naturally within two weeks without the need for medical treatment. As for postpartum depression, it is a deeper and more effective psychological state that lasts for a long time, and affects the mother’s ability to care or communicate with her, and needs specialized treatment intervention, which includes psychological support and drug therapy.

He indicated that the reason behind this type of depression is usually a mixture of sudden hormonal changes, as well as psychological and social factors, such as fear of new responsibility, social pressure, lack of sleep, or weak support from those around, pointing out that women who have a history of depression or anxiety are more likely to be injured.

He explained that there are six symptoms that vow postpartum depression, include constant sadness, excessive crying, loss of interest in daily activities, sleep or appetite disorders, and the difficulty of associating the child or feeling guilty towards him, and the condition may sometimes reach ideas of self -harm or child, which are indications and emergency conditions that require urgent medical intervention.

He pointed out that depression may differ from one mother to another according to circumstances, explaining that new mothers may suffer fear of the unknown or the lack of efficiency, while mothers who have former children may suffer from double pressure or accumulated fatigue, but in general this type of depression can suffer any woman after birth, regardless of the arrangement of reproduction.

A psychiatrist stressed not to ignore psychological symptoms or consider them as a natural part of the experience of motherhood, stressing that family and community support represents an essential pillar in prevention and recovery, and he also called on mothers to seek medical help without hesitation in the event of a feeling of sadness, or the loss of emotional relationship with the child, pointing out that psychological therapy is very effective, and includes support sessions, cognitive behavioral therapy, and in some cases, safe drugs During the breastfeeding period.

• Mothers leaving their painful stories .. One of them says: I thought my husband would kidnap my children .. And another: I felt that I did not deserve to be a mother.

• 4 proposals for the care of new mothers, most notably the design of artificial intelligence programs that provide preliminary support.