Regarding Postpartum Depression, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 638

Multiple Choice

Regarding postpartum depression, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)A mother's depression has not been shown to have any significant effect on her child's development.
• B)Educating new parents about the importance of supporting one another and groups in which new mothers can express their feelings have been shown to reduce the risk of depression.
• C)Stress and anxiety before birth and negative attitudes toward child-rearing increase the risk of postpartum depression.
• D)If depression is severe or long lasting, new mothers should seek professional help.

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