What is postpartum psychosis? When does it start?

Postpartum Psychosis is a rare illness, compared to the rates of postpartum depression or anxiety. It occurs in approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 deliveries, or approximately .1 -.2% of births. The onset is usually sudden, most often within the first 2 weeks postpartum.

Explanation:

Usually developing within the first week after giving birth, postpartum psychosis is a rare condition. It is an severe, life-threatening mental disorder that affects new mothers.

Postpartum psychosis is not the same as the "baby blues", which is normal and only lasts for a few days. Symptoms of this serious mental illness start suddenly, without any warning. They include:

1. Bizarre delusions

2. Hallucinations

3. Paranoid behaviors

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