The effects of family function, relationship satisfaction, and dyadic adjustment on postpartum depression.

Abstract

To determine the effect of family function, relationship satisfaction, and dyadic adjustment on postpartum depression DESIGN AND METHODS: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in 337 postpartum mothers. Fifty-five mothers scored above the depression scale cutoff point (>13). Emotional violence from husband, poor problem solving and communication, low relationship satisfaction, dyadic adjustment, and consensus were important risk factors for postpartum depression (p < .0.05). Family function and partner relationships should be a key focus for midwives and nurses in the postpartum period. Providing psychological interventions aimed at improving relationship functioning can help protect mothers against postpartum depression.