Untreated Depression During Pregnancy and Its Effect on Pregnancy Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Depression is characterized by sad, irritated, or empty moods, as well as somatic and cognitive changes such as loss of concentration, anhedonia, hopelessness, loss of appetite, sleep disturbances, and suicidal ideation, all of which have a negative impact on an individual's ability to function. Depression that occurs during pregnancy is known as antenatal depression. The occurrence of depression during pregnancy and afterward is quite high....