Women's Experience of Postpartum Psychotic Episodes-Analyses of Narratives From the Internet
Document Type
Article
Date of Original Version
10-1-2011
Abstract
The aim of this study was to gain an insight into women's experiences of postpartum psychosis (PPP). Ten narratives taken from the Internet, which met the definition of PPP, were analyzed using cross-case and content analyses. The results revealed women's experience of having unfulfilled dreams, being enveloped by darkness, having disabling symptoms, and being abandoned. The women's experiences point to the importance of further education of nurses and doctors concerning PPP. It is vital not only for those working in psychiatric health care but also midwives and nurses who are working in maternity wards and child welfare centers. This would facilitate early recognition of signs and symptoms of the disorder, which, in turn, would make early treatment possible, thus supporting recovery. Furthermore, greater knowledge could contribute to providing more effective and compassionate care for these women. © 2011 Elsevier Inc.
Publication Title, e.g., Journal
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
Volume
25
Issue
5
Citation/Publisher Attribution
Engqvist, Inger, Ginette Ferszt, Arne Åhlin, and Kerstin Nilsson. "Women's Experience of Postpartum Psychotic Episodes-Analyses of Narratives From the Internet." Archives of Psychiatric Nursing 25, 5 (2011): 376-387. doi: 10.1016/j.apnu.2010.12.003.