Time to understand the depths of postnatal mental health? Learn the basics from this post-natal psychosis quiz.

Medically reviewed by S Kama-Kieghe FRCGP

Postnatal psychosis is a serious but relatively rare mental health problem that can affect women after giving birth.

Also known as puerperal or postpartum psychosis, it affects around 1 in 500 mothers after giving birth.

Post natal psychosis

Dive into the world of postnatal psychosis with this insightful quiz.  Test your knowledge about its causes, symptoms, risk factors, and available treatments.

1 / 7

With appropriate treatment, postnatal psychosis can resolve on its own without any medical intervention.

True

False. Postnatal psychosis requires prompt medical treatment and intervention for recovery.

2 / 7

Postnatal psychosis can lead to thoughts of harming the baby or oneself.

True

False

3 / 7

Women who have a history of mental illness are not at increased risk of developing postnatal psychosis.

True

False. Women with a history of mental illness, particularly bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, have an increased risk.

4 / 7

Postnatal psychosis is a less severe condition compared to other types of psychotic disorders.

True

False. Postnatal psychosis is considered a serious mental health emergency.

5 / 7

Postnatal psychosis only affects new mothers and never occurs in new fathers.

True

False. While it's more common in new mothers, postnatal psychosis can also affect new fathers.

6 / 7

Postnatal psychosis can occur anytime during the first year after childbirth.

True

False

7 / 7

Postnatal psychosis is a common and expected emotional response after childbirth.

True

False. Postnatal psychosis is a rare and severe mental health condition that requires immediate medical attention.

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