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. 2010 May;15(3):191-200.
doi: 10.1016/j.avb.2009.12.002.

Maternal Depression in Home Visitation: A Systematic Review

Robert T Ammerman  1 , Frank W Putnam, Nicole R Bosse, Angelique R Teeters, Judith B Van Ginkel
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Maternal Depression in Home Visitation: A Systematic Review

Robert T Ammerman et al. Aggress Violent Behav. 2010 May.

Abstract

Depression is prevalent in new mothers and has been shown to have profound negative impacts on parenting, maternal life course, and child development. High rates of maternal depression have been found in home visitation, a widely disseminated prevention approach for high risk mothers and their children. This paper reviews the emerging literature on the prevalence, impact, and treatment of depression in the context of home visitation. Findings are synthesized and methodological and design limitations are considered in interpretation of results. Promising approaches to addressing maternal depression and supporting home visitors in working with this clinical population are described. Recommendations for research and practice are offered that build upon the strong foundation of current efforts in this area.

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