Key Points
Question
Is the prevalence of depression in pregnancy increasing across 2 generations of the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children?
Findings
In this 2-generation cohort study, evidence was found showing that depression in young pregnant women is higher today than in the 1990s.
Meaning
The findings highlight the need for increased support for young pregnant women to minimize the potentially far-reaching effects of depression on mothers, their children, and future generations.
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