Post-natal depression can happen to any new mother. Symptoms of post-natal depression may include low mood, tiredness, not being hungry and feeling stressed or anxious.
Depression is more common in people with epilepsy than people without epilepsy. Two small studies suggest that mothers with epilepsy have a higher risk of developing post-natal depression too. But a larger study is needed to prove these findings.
If you have symptoms of post-natal depression, you are advised to speak to your health visitor or doctor.
We can provide references and information on the source material we use to write our epilepsy advice and information pages. Please contact our Epilepsy Helpline by email at helpline@epilepsy.org.uk.
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B112.02
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Updated January 2011To be reviewed January 2013
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