There are many reasons why pregnant women may experience depression. Changes in hormones within the body and the occurrence of stressful events (such as the death of a family member) can lead to changes in chemicals in the brain, resulting in depression. Depression also occurs in some families, but the exact cause is still unclear.
During pregnancy:
The following factors during pregnancy may promote the onset of depression:
A history of depression or substance abuse;
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