Routine Screening for Peripartum Depression in the Gynecologic and Pediatric Setting - Evaluation of an Adapted EPDS Version.

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the feasibility and acceptability of a routine screening for peripartum depression (PD) by gynecologists and pediatricians. In addition, it was investigated whether two separate Plus Questions (PQ) of the "EPDS-Plus" are valid for screening experiences of violence or a traumatic birth and whether they can be associated with symptoms of PD.

Methods: Using the EPDS-Plus the prevalence of PD was investigated in 5235 women.