Postpartum psychosis is a severe mental illness that develops within the first week after delivery. It is important that women seek immediate help to avoid hurting themselves, others or their baby.
Symptoms include:
- Delusions and hallucinations
- Mania
- Paranoia
- Confusion
- Postpartum psychosis should be treated as a medical emergency
- If you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of postpartum psychosis seek immediate help and call 911
- Postpartum psychosis can happen to anyone, however, there are some factors that can increase the likelihood:
- History of bipolar disorder
- History of postpartum psychosis in previous pregnancy
- Family history of postpartum psychosis/bipolar disorder
- Being a teen mother/first time mother
For more information on postpartum psychosis, visit https://www.verywellfamily.com/postpartum-psychosis-4770119