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Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is an important public health problem often more influenced by familial factors and the familial factors are poorly researched in medical field. This research objective is to find the prevalence and familial relationship risk factors of PPD.
Methods: This is a cross sectional study among 2 week postpartum mothers. Sociodemographic and postpartum support questionnaire was used. The EPDS scale was used for postpartum depression. The data were analysed utilising SPSS 22.
Results: Postpartum depression was identified in 25.5% of new mothers. Conflict with the spouse, conflict with in-laws or parents, and experiences of domestic violence were strongly associated with higher rates of PPD. Lack of emotional support, whether from the husband or from the mother/in-law or from extended family members were associated with higher PPD prevalence
Conclusion: Overall, these findings highlight that family-related stressors—such as interpersonal conflicts, domestic violence, and lack of emotional or practical support—play a significant role in the development of postpartum depression. Addressing these familial and social support deficits could be crucial for early identification and intervention in high-risk mothers.
Keywords:
postpartum, depression, family support, spouse support
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"POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION AND FAMILY DYNAMICS", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no.a863-a866, October-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2510093.pdf
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2456-3315 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.14 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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