The first-ever drug created specifically to combat postpartum depression was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday. But some other mothers experience stronger, more severe emotions that are considered postpartum depression. DEPRESSION AND SUICIDAL THOUGHTS HAVE DOUBLED IN YOUNG AMERICANS, STUDY SAYS"Postpartum depression is a serious condition that, when severe, can be life-threatening. Farchione added that, "Postpartum depression can also interfere with the maternal-infant bond. This approval marks the first time a drug has been specifically approved to treat postpartum depression, providing an important new treatment option."

Source: Fox News March 20, 2019 01:07 UTC