public-health

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Postpartum Depression Among Mothers Attending Primary Healthcare Centers in Lagos State

Maternal Health
4 Objectives
4 Research Questions

Background

Postpartum depression is underdiagnosed in Nigeria despite its impact on maternal and child wellbeing.

Research Objectives

  • Determine prevalence.
  • Identify risk factors.
  • Assess awareness.
  • Recommend screening strategies.

Research Questions

  • What is the prevalence of postpartum depression?
  • What are the risk factors?
  • What is the awareness level?
  • How can screening be improved?

Suggested Methodology

Facility-based cross-sectional study.

Keywords

postpartum depressionmaternal mental healthwomenprimary healthcareNigeria

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