Patient Education Information

Healthy Minds - The American Psychiatric Association explores this topic in depth.

Postpartum Depression and the 'Baby Blues' - The American Academy of Family Physicians has created this fact sheet.

Depression During and After Pregnancy - This government fact sheet offers information on the disorder and provides a list of organizations one can contact for additional information.

Let's Talk Facts About Choosing a Psychiatrist - The American Psychiatric Association offers this advice.

MayoClinic.com: Postpartum Coping: The Blues and Depression - MayoClinic.com is the only Web site that gives you access to the experience and knowledge of the more than 2,000 physicians and scientists of the Mayo Clinic. This fact sheet will discuss the baby blues, postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis.

Postpartum Depression: A Guide for Patients and Families - This article will discuss the causes, treatment, and prevention of postpartum depression. This site is in PDF format and requires an Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing.

Postpartum Depression Action Plan - FamilyDoctor.org has created this great self-help guide.

Understanding Postpartum Depression - The National Institutes of Health have created this news item.