The Role of Primary Care Physicians in Post-partum Depression (PPD)

Background Symptoms of depression lasting longer than 2 weeks following birth 10-15% of new mothers affected yet 50% of cases go undiagnosed Long-lasting consequences for the mother, baby, and father Multi-factorial condition Conclusion Primary care providers are the first-line defense against PPD Many providers are resistant to PPD screenings Interventions from primary care providers are effectiv