Women diagnosed with perinatal depression have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease in the following 20 years compared to those without perinatal depression. Perinatal depression affects one in five women globally. A study of 600,000 women found increased risks of high blood pressure, ischemic heart disease, and heart failure in those with perinatal depression. The findings suggest the importance of holistic maternal care to address both physical and mental health. Further research is needed to understand the link between perinatal depression and cardiovascular disease. Treatment options for perinatal depression are essential in reducing the risk of cardiovascular morbidity.
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Women who experience depression during pregnancy or after birth found to have higher risk of cardiovascular disease
