The tip of the iceberg: postpartum suicidality in Israel

• Main Authors: Saralee Glasser (Author), Daphna Levinson (Author), Ethel-Sherry Gordon (Author), Tali Braun (Author), Ziona Haklai (Author), Nehama Goldberger (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2018-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Postpartum suicidality, a result of extreme distress or depression, is a tragedy for the woman, infant, and family. Screening for postpartum depression (PPD) is mandatory in Israel, including a question on suicidal ideation. This study presents and analyzes data regarding rates,...