To evaluate the global prevalence of antenatal depression and clarify its potential
associated factors, we conducted two systematic reviews and meta-analyses, where …

Objective To estimate the prevalence of antenatal depression in South Asia and to examine
variations by country and study characteristics to inform policy, practice and future research …

Background Women of childbearing age are at high risk of developing depression and
antenatal depression is one of the most common mood disorders. Antenatal depression is …

Background Depression in pregnancy (antenatal depression) in many low and middle-
income countries is not well documented and has not been given priority for intervention due …

Background Antenatal depression is a serious problem worldwide that has devastating
consequences not only for the mother but also for the child and family. The pooled evidence …

Importance Women who experience depression during or within a year of pregnancy are at
increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Although those living in low-and middle-income …

Depression is the most prevalent mental disorder in pregnancy, and yet it is less studied
than postpartum depression despite the consequences it may have on both the pregnant …

Background The high prevalence and severe consequences of antenatal and postnatal
depression makes their prevention critical. Previous systematic reviews and meta-analysis …

Introduction. Antenatal depression is a syndrome, in which women experience depressed
mood, excessive anxiety, insomnia, and change in weight during the period of pregnancy …

Background Perinatal depression in women is associated with high morbidity and mortality,
and has attracted increasing attention. The investigation of risk factors of perinatal …