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Links between anxiety and depression after childbirth and breastfeeding habits in Nevada mothers
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Abstract
The prevalence of was 36.3% among infants under 6 months old.
- Postpartum depressive symptoms are associated with decreased odds of exclusive breastfeeding.
- Comorbid and depression symptoms further reduce the likelihood of exclusive breastfeeding.
- Postpartum anxiety symptoms are linked to lower odds of among children aged 6-23 months.
- These findings suggest that maternal mental health conditions may negatively impact breastfeeding practices.
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Key numbers
0.13
Decrease in Odds of due to Depression
Adjusted odds ratio for among mothers with depression symptoms
0.36
Decrease in Odds of due to Anxiety
Adjusted odds ratio for among mothers with anxiety symptoms
36.3% , 52.1%
and Prevalence
Prevalence rates for exclusive and in the study population