Publications by authors named "Battulga Gendenjamts"
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- Between 16-20% of perinatal women in low- and middle-income countries experience depression, and cultural perceptions significantly influence how postpartum depression (PPD) is understood and addressed.
- The study involving 35 Mongolian women highlighted that PPD is often viewed as a natural rather than a medical condition, leading to low awareness and differing symptoms like emotional volatility and anxiety.
- Key barriers to recognizing and treating PPD included limited symptom awareness, reluctance to discuss mental health with providers, and a lack of effective screening practices, suggesting educational campaigns and better communication could improve outcomes.
Objective: Postpartum depression (PPD) is defined as depression with symptom onset during pregnancy or within 6 weeks after childbirth. It is now estimated that 16% percent of pregnant women and 20% of postpartum women in low- and middle-income countries experience depression, which can negatively influence everyday functioning, social relationships, and child development. This qualitative study aims to elucidate the perspectives and experiences of Mongolian health care providers regarding PPD.
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