Journal article
Postpartum Depression Among Rural Women From Developed and Developing Countries: A Systematic Review
Abstract
PURPOSE: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant public health problem, with significant consequences for the mother, infant, and family. Available research has not adequately examined the potential impact of sociodemographic characteristics, such as place of residence, on risk for PPD. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis examines the prevalence of and risk factors for PPD in rural communities within developed and …
Authors
Villegas L; McKay K; Dennis C; Ross LE
Journal
The Journal of Rural Health, Vol. 27, No. 3, pp. 278–288
Publisher
Wiley
Publication Date
June 2011
DOI
10.1111/j.1748-0361.2010.00339.x
ISSN
0890-765X