PSI Characteristics of Postpartum Depression 5

Question 1

Which of the following is a risk factor that increases a woman's likelihood of developing postpartum depression?

Accepted Answer

Having a previous history of depression

Answer

A personal history of depression or other mood disorders is one of the strongest risk factors for developing postpartum depression.

Question 2

Irritability and anger, rather than sadness, as the primary mood presentation of PPD is:

Accepted Answer

A recognized and common presentation, especially in women

Answer

Irritability and anger are common primary mood presentations of PPD and may be more prevalent than sadness in some affected individuals.

Question 3

Sleep disturbance in PPD is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Insomnia or hypersomnia beyond what is explained by infant care demands

Answer

PPD-related sleep disturbance includes insomnia or hypersomnia that exceeds what is expected from newborn care responsibilities.

Question 4

How does postpartum depression differ from postpartum psychosis in terms of reality testing?

Accepted Answer

PPD maintains intact reality testing; psychosis involves loss of reality contact

Answer

Women with PPD generally maintain reality testing, whereas postpartum psychosis involves severe breaks with reality such as hallucinations and delusions.

Question 5

A mother exclusively blames herself for every challenge her baby faces, believing she is the cause of all problems. This symptom reflects:

Accepted Answer

Excessive guilt and self-blame, a core PPD symptom

Answer

Excessive, pervasive guilt and self-blame are core cognitive symptoms of postpartum depression that distort a mother's self-perception.

PSI - Postpartum Support International Practice Test

PSI - Postpartum Support International Practice Test

PSI Characteristics of Postpartum Depression 5