Prevention of postpartum depression new algorithm in limited resources during full-scale invasion in Ukraine

Abstract

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a most common psychological disorder that can occur a few days after childbirth, usually lasting from 2-3 days/weeks and even up to 1–2 years affecting 6,5% to 60% of postpartum women globally. It is well known that war and all changes in life related to hostilities are a significant factor that affects the mental state of a person. Women throughout the evolution have become pregnant and gave birth to children not depending on the presence or absence of hostilities. . In order to identify possible anxiety-depression disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and PPD further prevention, we have developed and introduced our own management algorithm consisting of screening online survey and subsequent personalized interventions.