Hormone withdrawal may trigger postpartum depression

NCT ID NCT00001481

First seen Dec 12, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at whether the sudden drop in pregnancy hormones or the long exposure to them causes mood problems after childbirth. 74 women with a history of postpartum depression took part. Researchers measured their mood using a standard questionnaire to understand the link between hormones and depression.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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