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The postpartum period, also known as the postnatal period, is critical for new mothers to adjust to their new role as carers. This period usually lasts for the first 6 weeks after delivery. It can be challenging for new mothers because they go through physical and emotional changes that make them vulnerable to mental health issues.  This blog post will look at postpartum mental health issues and how families and society can help new mothers. Problems with Mental Health During the postnatal period , many new mothers experience mood disturbances, with approximately 85% of women experiencing moderate and transient symptoms.  Severe depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorders, and postpartum psychosis may affect 10 to 15% of women. Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common mental health issue among new mothers, with symptoms including chronic sadness, anxiety, irritability, and difficulty sleeping or focusing. 

  Postpartum Psychosis is a severe mental disorder that occurs in new mothers after giving birth to a newborn baby. In this disorder, the new mother has difficulty processing her emotions, which can lead to Delusion, Hallucination, and, in some cases, Schizophrenia. Because it endangers newborn babies and mothers, postpartum psychosis is also known as postpartum emergency.   Symptoms of Postpartum Psychosis Postpartum Psychosis Symptoms are often confused with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or being overwhelmed by emotions, which are common in new mothers. When postpartum psychosis is severe, a woman may exhibit behaviours such as staring off into space, muttering to herself, refusing food, or making illogical statements. Other Postpartum Psychosis Symptoms to Be On the Lookout For: Suspicious thoughts of harming the baby Delusions or a loss of touch with reality Hallucinations (the perception of seeing or hearing things that are not present) A lack of emotional response or a blank fac