Three weeks after delivering a healthy baby boy, Miriam's husband notices that she isn't sleeping at night, even when the baby is sleeping; she also becomes easily agitated and appears to be speaking with someone even when no one else is in the room with her. Miriam is likely suffering from postpartum ____.

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Miriam's symptoms, including lack of sleep, agitation, and hallucinations (speaking with someone when no one is there), are indicative of postpartum psychosis, a rare but serious mental health condition that can occur after childbirth.

Three Weeks After Delivering a Healthy Baby Boy, Miriam's Husband