The effect of network-based intervention on women with postpartum depression : A literature review

Background: With the development of network technology, network-based treatment and intervention for the target population gradually rise. This paper reviews the effects of network-based intervention on postpartum depression and provides evidence for further web-based health intervention.Aim: The aim of the study was to describe the effects of network-based intervention on postpartum depressionMethods: PubMed and Cinahl databases were searched to find out articles on the effects of network-based interventions on postpartum depression in women. Totally 10 articles were selected in this study. Articles were written in English within the latest 10-year period.Results: The authors categorize interventions into three categories: online courses and interactive interventions, web-based autonomous learning interventions, and the use of web conferencing and telephone, and explore the effectiveness of these interventions. It turns out that they have a positive effect on patients.Conclusion: This study describes the effects of network-based intervention for postpartum depression in women and briefly reviews some of the existing interventions. Network intervention has the advantages for its convenience, confidentiality and effectiveness, and can also provide a more comprehensive and broader information platform.Keywords: Internet; Intervention measures; Postpartum depressio