Maternal Depression Implications for Systems Serving Mother and Child

Maternal Depression Implications for Systems Serving Mother and Child

Research indicates women are almost twice as likely as men to experience depression, and given that the majority of women age 15 to 50 have children, maternal depression is an important, potentially costly issue. RAND examined evidence on the impact of maternal depression as it relates to the public...

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Main Author: Sontag-Padilla, Lisa M. (auth)
Other Authors: Schultz, Dana (auth), Reynolds, Kerry A. (auth), Lovejoy, Susan L. (auth), Firth, Ray (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: RAND Corporation 2013
Subjects:
Nursing & ancillary services
Abnormal psychology
Sociology: birth
Health Sciences
Sociology
Psychology
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Summary:Research indicates women are almost twice as likely as men to experience depression, and given that the majority of women age 15 to 50 have children, maternal depression is an important, potentially costly issue. RAND examined evidence on the impact of maternal depression as it relates to the public sector systems that serve mothers and children; specifically, public assistance, physical health, early intervention, education, and child welfare.
ISBN:j.ctt5hhtwv
9780833083067
Access:Open Access

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