This article describes the critical role of neurosteroids in postpartum depression (PPD) and
outlines the landmark pharmacological journey of brexanolone as a first-in-class …

Postpartum depression is considered to be a subtype of major depressive disorder that
occurs in approximately 10–20% of mothers worldwide. However, in actuality, these …

Results Reproductive hormones are known to modulate behavioural, emotional and
cognitive response, therefore rapid changes in estradiol and progesterone plasma …

For the first time in over three decades, the year 2019 saw the approval of two new classes
of antidepressants: Spravato™ esketamine intranasal spray for treatment-resistant …

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is more common in women than in men, and evidence of
gender-related subtypes of depression is emerging. Previously identified blood-based …

Sabe-se que a depressão pós-parto está relacionada a alterações nos níveis hormonais no
ciclo gravídico puerperal. Neste sentido, esta revisão teve o objetivo de compilar e de …

Exclusive breastfeeding is the best nutrient for babies. The impacts of not receiving
exclusive breastfeeding are infection, high risk of infectious diseases such as diarrhea and …

Background Studies have found an association between obesity and an increased risk for
peripartum depression, which has also been linked to decreased placental lactogen levels …

Affecting as many as one in seven women in the United States, perinatal depression is the
occurrence of a depressive disorder during or following childbirth. It is one of the most …

Postpartum psychiatric disorders include the postpartum blues (PBs), postpartum
depression (PPD), and postpartum psychosis (PP). The focus of this thesis will be on PPD …