Postpartum depression is linked with changes in the brain during pregnancy, a new study reveals
New research reveals that women’s brains, particularly the hippocampus and amygdala, undergo changes during pregnancy linked to postpartum depression. A study with pregnant women showed an increase in amygdala volume in those with depression symptoms, and an increase in hippocampus volume in those who found childbirth stressful. These findings can aid in early diagnosis and treatment of postpartum depression.
