Screening Mixed Depression and Bipolarity in the Postpartum Period at a Primary Health Care Center

Mixed depression is a clinical condition accompanied by the symptoms of (hypo)mania and is considered to be a predictor for bipolar disorder. Compared to pure major depression, mixed depression is worse in progress. There is limited data on the prevalence of mixed depression since it is a relatively new entity. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of mixed depression during the postpartum period which is risky for mood disorders.
Source: Comprehensive Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research