Postpartum Depression in NICU Mothers

Protocol ID

09-257

Protocol Description

The purpose of this study is to assess the incidence of postpartum depression in mothers of babies admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and provide referrals for treatment when necessary.  An additional purpose of this study is to see what factors may play a role in the development of postpartum depression in NICU mothers including how sick a baby is and different stressors in the mother's life. 

Eligibility Criteria

Mothers whose infants have been admitted to the NICU and their babies

Primary Investigator(s)

  • Kavita Kasat, MD

Contact Information

Kavita Kasat, MD
(718) 470-3440
kkasat@nshs.edu

Last Update

May 4, 2010
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