Postnatal depression, with a prevalence of at least 10%, is a common complication of the puerperium. The aetiology is unclear, specific diagnostic criteria cannot be drawn and the treatment options are limited. As hormones are thought to contribute to its pathophysiology, the supplementation with
Marked endocrine alterations occur after delivery. Most women cope well with these changes, but the postpartum period is associated with an increased risk of depressive episodes. Previous studies of emotion processing have focused on maternal-infant bonding or postpartum depression (PPD), and
BACKGROUND
Postnatal depression, with a prevalence of at least 10%, is probably the most common complication of the puerperium. A deficiency or imbalance of sex hormones has repeatedly been suggested as a cause.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this review was to evaluate the role of oestrogens and
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