For 10 to 15% of new mothers, the baby blues extend into months of irritability, feelings of low self-worth and apathy, and sleep and appetite disturbances. This condition, called postpartum ________, can influence a child's development if it persists.
A) psychosis
B) depression
C) anxiety
D) couvade

Question

For 10 to 15% of new mothers, the baby blues extend into months of irritability, feelings of low self-worth and apathy, and sleep and appetite disturbances. This condition, called postpartum ________, can influence a child's development if it persists.
A) psychosis​
B) ​depression
C) ​anxiety
D) ​couvade

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The description matches that of postpartum depression, which can have negative effects on both the mother and child if left untreated. Psychosis and anxiety can also occur postpartum, but do not necessarily match the symptoms listed. Couvade refers to a condition where a man experiences symptoms similar to pregnancy or childbirth.

For 10 to 15% of New Mothers, the Baby Blues