Which finding is a sign of postpartum depression rather than the 'baby blues'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Symptoms lasting more than two weeks with impaired functioning
- Step 1: The baby blues are mild and resolve within two weeks, whereas postpartum depression persists and interferes with care.
Answer
Symptoms lasting more than two weeks with impaired functioning.
Why not the others: The other options describe the blues.
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