Define "Postpartum Depression" and Identify Possible Causes or Contributing Factors

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Essay

Define "postpartum depression" and identify possible causes or contributing factors.How can postpartum depression be prevented?

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Definitions:

Respiratory Obstruction

A blockage of the airway which impedes the flow of air into the lungs, potentially causing breathing difficulties.

Pathogenic Spores

Microscopic biological particles that can cause disease when they enter a host organism.

Tetanus

A disease caused by Clostridium tetani living in the soil and water; more commonly called lockjaw.

Puncture Wound

A type of injury caused by an object piercing the skin and creating a small, deep hole.