What are the signs of antenatal depression?

Before delivery, some physical and psychological changes in pregnant women, or unreasonable expectations of some people can easily lead to the occurrence of prenatal depression, and there are often some signs. So what are they?

1. Emotional abnormality. Pregnant women with depression generally have difficulty concentrating and become anxious, irritable, and easily agitated.

2. Loss of interest. Pregnant women with depression can feel annoyed about everything for about 7 days. Sometimes I even think how nice it would be to fall into a deep sleep and never wake up.

3. Becoming introverted in character. When a pregnant woman is depressed, she will be very silent except for necessary words, and this state of silence can last for more than three days. Additionally, pregnant women may spend the entire day in a dark room.

4. Even if there is no problem with the sexual life of the couple, a pregnant woman with depression may abstain from sex for several months and even sleep in separate rooms. 5. Secret dependence on alcohol or drugs is also a manifestation of depression in pregnant women.

6. Suicidal thoughts and behaviors are undoubtedly the most dangerous manifestations of depression in pregnant women. When such situations occur, you should seek medical attention immediately.