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Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression among postnatal women in Lagos, Nigeria
Background: Globally, postpartum depression is one of the most common
but often unrecognized complications of childbirth, yearly affecting
about 10\u201315% of postnatal women. This study aimed to determine
the prevalence of postpartum depression and its predictors among
postnatal women in Lagos. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study
was conducted among 250 mothers in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of
Lagos State, Nigeria, attending six Primary Health Care centers for
infant immunization at six weeks post-delivery. Data was collected
using a pretested semi-structured interviewer administered
questionnaire which included the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.
Analysis was carried out using SPSS version 23TM. Chi-square and
logistic regression analyses were used to determine associations and
predictive relationships between various factors and the presence of
postpartum depression. The level of significance was set at <0.05.
Results: The prevalence of postpartum depression was 35.6%.
Multiparity, delivery by cesarean section, mother being unwell after
delivery, and not exclusively breastfeeding the baby were the factors
linked with postpartum depression. Following multiple logistic
regression, having postpartum blues (p=0.000; OR=32.77;
95%CI=7.23-148.58)., not getting help with caring for the baby
(p=0.008; OR=2.64; 95%CI=1.29-5.42), experiencing intimate partner
violence (p=0.000; OR=5.2; 95%CI=2.23-11.91) and having an unsupportive
partner (p=0.018; OR=2.6; 95%CI=1.17-5.78) were identified as
predictors of postpartum depression. Conclusion: This study revealed a
high prevalence of postpartum depression, identifying both the
obstetric and psychosocial predictors. Social support for women both in
the pre- and postnatal periods and routine screening of women for
postpartum depression should be encouraged for early detection and
immediate intervention