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Complementary Therapies as Adjuncts in the Treatment of Postpartum Depression
Author(s) -
Weier Kira M.,
Beal Margaret W.
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
journal of midwifery and women's health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.543
H-Index - 62
eISSN - 1542-2011
pISSN - 1526-9523
DOI - 10.1016/j.jmwh.2003.12.013
Subject(s) - aromatherapy , massage , postpartum depression , modalities , alternative medicine , medicine , depression (economics) , acupuncture , treatment modality , psychotherapist , physical therapy , intensive care medicine , psychology , pregnancy , social science , macroeconomics , pathology , sociology , biology , economics , genetics
Postpartum depression affects an estimated 13% of women who have recently given birth. This article discusses several alternative or complementary therapies that may serve as adjuncts in the treatment of postpartum depression. The intent is to help practitioners better understand the treatments that are available that their clients may be using. Complementary modalities discussed include herbal medicine, dietary supplements, massage, aromatherapy, and acupuncture. Evidence supporting the use of these modalities is reviewed where available, and a list of resources is given in the appendix.