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Postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum anxiety are common mental health conditions that women experience after childbirth. PPD involves intense feelings of extreme sadness, and diminished interests in activities that once brought them happiness. Postpartum anxiety involves constant worry and fear, often centered on the well-being of the baby. Symptoms may include restlessness or irritability, panic attacks, and trouble concentrating or sleeping. Barriers to treating depression and anxiety among Latinas include a lack of awareness or understanding of mental health issues. (Lopez et al., 2018).
Health Literacy refers to the individual's ability to understand and process health-related information. By assessing a patient's health literacy, nurses can tailor their education and interventions more effectively, to reduce risk of negative health outcomes. However, factors such as stigma surrounding mental illness, reluctance to seek help, and concerns about healthcare cost can prevent individuals from accessing health services. Cultural beliefs about mental health can influence an individual's ability to recognize symptoms and seek care. Latinas, especially those with lower socioeconomic status are less likely to utilize health services due to cultural stigma, as well as concerns regarding the addictive nature of depression medications (Green et al., 2017).
Department
Nursing
Publication Date
Fall 12-4-2024
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
Dominican University of California
City
San Rafael, CA
Keywords
Latina, Low socioeconomic, Postpartum, education, anxiety, depression
Disciplines
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education | Education | Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nursing | Nursing
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Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Commons, Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nursing Commons
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