Abstract
'Post-partum depression' is discussed from both a theoretical and a clinical standpoint. Theoretically, some aetiological issues surrounding the ‘third day blues,' and ‘post-partum depression' as opposed to ‘post-partum psychosis' are summarized. Based on literature reports as well as on clinical experience with White South African women, some major concerns of women presenting with post-partum depression are outlined.The idea that ‘post-partum depression' is an inappropriate name for this condition is presented. Treatment is discussed within this context.Finally, the aetiology of post-partum depression within a broad societal change framework is speculated upon
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