The relationship between body dissatisfaction and postpartum depressive symptoms: A cross-sectional study
Journal
Journal of affective disorders
Journal Volume
324
Pages
418
Date Issued
2023-03-01
Author(s)
Chen, Mei-Ling
Abstract
Women are least satisfied with their bodies during the postpartum period. There is a potential correlation between body dissatisfaction and depressive symptoms post delivery.The aim of this study was to explore the relationship of appearance and body areas satisfaction with depressive symptoms and examine the risk factors of depressive symptoms at 4-6 weeks postpartum.
Subjects
Appearance evaluations; Body areas satisfaction; Body dissatisfaction; Body image; Depressive symptom; Postpartum
Type
journal article