The duration of postpartum depression is related to many factors, such as the type of depression, family atmosphere, maternal mental capacity and whether to actively seek help, etc. The exact duration varies from person to person and cannot be generalized.
Postpartum depression is generally characterized by moodiness, high mood swings, tendency to cry over the slightest thing, impatience with one’s family and child, and poor energy. If the mother has mild symptoms, the family must actively enlighten, patient treatment and communication, usually about 1 month can be restored to a normal state of mind. However, if the above situation is more serious, it is recommended to go to the psychology department of a regular hospital as soon as possible to seek professional medical help and follow the medical advice for treatment, usually 1-2 years to recover.
In short, women need the care and support of their families after childbirth, so family members must be as tolerant and enlightened as possible, while women should learn to decompress, communicate more with others and face life positively.