This is a form of depression that is noted in some mothers who have recently given birth. According to the NHS, this condition affects around 10 per cent of new mothers, but it can also impact fathers and other life partners of the newborn's mother. Symptoms of this condition include withdrawal from society, alarming or outrageous thoughts and a persistent feeling of sadness. Several treatments are known to be successful for depressive post-natal states which include self-help and talking therapies. Science has no good explanation for why this form of depression is so common among new mothers. Left unchecked, it can worsen, so seeking help from a doctor or health visitor is advisable. Sometimes, the condition is referred to as 'the baby blues' which can mean that people do not take it as seriously as they should. Although such mental states can pass naturally, they shouldn't be downplayed or made light of.
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