Journal article
Mental health indicators among pregnant Aboriginal women in Canada: results from the Maternity Experiences Survey
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: There is little research done on mental health among pregnant Aboriginal women. Therefore, the purpose of the study was to examine the prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) and its determinants, including pre-existing depression among non-Aboriginal and Aboriginal women in Canada.
METHODS: The Maternity Experiences Survey (MES) is a national survey of Canadian women's experiences and practices before conception, up to the …
Authors
Nelson C; Lawford KM; Otterman V; Darling EK
Journal
Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada, Vol. 38, No. 7/8, pp. 269–276
Publisher
Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Branch (HPCDP) Public Health Agency of Canada
Publication Date
2018
DOI
10.24095/hpcdp.38.7/8.01
ISSN
1925-6515