Examine Database: Perinatal Depression
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Which interventions are better to reduce prenatal depression?
In this network meta-analysis of 20 randomized controlled trials that included 3,051 pregnant women (average ages of 27–30), yoga and cognitive behavioral therapy were the most effective for preventing prenatal depression, relative to 12 other interventions.
Can vitamin D levels affect depression during pregnancy?
Can bright light therapy alleviate perinatal depression?
Exercise may reduce anxiety, depression, and fatigue in women who are pregnant or postpartum
Is there a bright light at the end of the tunnel for perinatal depression?
Examine Database References
- Depression Symptoms - Freeman MP, Davis M, Sinha P, Wisner KL, Hibbeln JR, Gelenberg AJOmega-3 fatty acids and supportive psychotherapy for perinatal depression: a randomized placebo-controlled studyJ Affect Disord.(2008 Sep)
- Postpartum Depression Symptoms - Suradom C, Suttajit S, Oon-Arom A, Maneeton B, Srisurapanont MOmega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (n-3 PUFA) supplementation for prevention and treatment of perinatal depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials.Nord J Psychiatry.(2020 Nov 15)
- Depression Symptoms - Chen Y, Zhao J, Wang J, Peng L, Cai Z, Zou Z, Chen XEffect of Bright Light Therapy on Perinatal Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: Effet de la luminothérapie sur la dépression périnatale: une revue systématique et une méta-analyse.Can J Psychiatry.(2024 Jun 11)
- Postpartum Depression Symptoms - Du L, Zeng J, Yu H, Chen B, Deng W, Li TEfficacy of bright light therapy improves outcomes of perinatal depression: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Psychiatry Res.(2025 Feb)