How can you determine depression from mere fatigue?

  • Wednesday, November 04, 2009 3:33 PM
    Message # 239992
    Deleted user
    Similar symptoms but perceived or diagnosed differently.  How can you tell if its  post-partum depression and seek medical attention?  How can you rule out that its fatigue due to lack of sleep and exhaustion?  How do you deal with it? 
  • Friday, November 13, 2009 12:25 PM
    Reply # 244467 on 239992
    Nicole
    I know that last week, I was feeling really low, kind of feeling sorry for myself. I had a rest, and Leia was fine...it was all in my head. I had a good nights sleep and the next morning I knew that it was just me. I think that with post partum...these feelings would be lasting longer than a day or two. As well a bit more intense, than the weepy nonscence I was displaying. Something I hate to go through.
  • Saturday, November 14, 2009 12:25 PM
    Reply # 244835 on 239992
    Patricia
    Nina Sy wrote:Similar symptoms but perceived or diagnosed differently.  How can you tell if its  post-partum depression and seek medical attention?  How can you rule out that its fatigue due to lack of sleep and exhaustion?  How do you deal with it? 

    Your visiting public health nurse would be a good resource. There is a questionnaire that they can run through with you to determine your risk level. Although most nurses visit within the first two weeks of baby returning home and you may not notice depression or anxiety initially, you can always contact them if you run into any trouble later on and they will provide you with good information and support.
  • Saturday, November 14, 2009 2:58 PM
    Reply # 244865 on 239992
    Claire (Administrator)

    1 in 5 women have a post partum mood disorder. It doesn't have to be depression. It can be anxiety, as well as other factors.  Isolation and loneliness increase the feelings of a PPMD so it's very important to get out of the house. Go for walks, go out with friends and most importantly connect with other moms, either in person or online. The mom to mom support is extremely beneficial.

    Read Confessions of a new mom  and Post partum issues for honest LWAB member stories and coping strategies.

    For more information on Post partum mood disorders, click here http://www.lifewithnewbaby.ca/resources/ppmd_bro_mood.pdf

     

     
  • Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:55 PM
    Reply # 247206 on 239992
    foda
    well i guess the main factor is time. if lasts for a few days then ur back to normal then its probably just fatigue. if the blue feeling is ALWAYS there for a prolonged period and nothing seems to make it better then u probably better seek medical help.

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