The term for a moderately severe depression that begins within three months after childbirth, and typically lasting two to 12 months is

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The term for a moderately severe depression that begins within three months after childbirth, and typically lasting two to 12 months is postpartum depression. Option B, parental affect disorder is not a recognized term. Option C, maternity blues, is a mild mood disturbance and is not as severe as postpartum depression. Option D, childbirth-related dysthymia, is not a recognized term.

The Term for a Moderately Severe Depression That Begins Within