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Dr. Jennifer Payne
Coverage of Dr. Jennifer Payne in the Nexus archive.
- Most new moms get the baby blues. But it could be something more serious: postpartum depression
Postpartum depression rates in the U.S. have more than doubled from 9.4% in 2010 to 19% in 2021, according to a 2024 study in JAMA Network Open. The condition, distinct from the common 'baby blues,' can lead to severe symptoms like despair, anxiety, and suicidal risk if untreated. Experts emphasize screening and treatment to protect maternal and infant health.