Researchers Find Immune System May Play Larger Role In Postpartum Depression Than Previously Thought

The Washington Post (12/6, Sima) reports that postpartum depression “has commonly been linked to the hormonal fluctuations of pregnancy,” but now “scientists say that the immune system may play a much larger role than previously known.” The Post notes that findings from emerging research “could one day identify mothers most at risk, so that support and treatment could begin before symptoms occur.”

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