Project Helps Women Veterans in Rural Areas with Postpartum Depression

Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Category: Health Care - National

At least 300,000 new U.S. mothers suffer from postpartum depression experiencing low moods, loss of interest in activities, insomnia, appetite changes, difficulty concentrating, and suicidal thoughts. "MomMoodBooster" is an online intervention tool a University of Iowa researcher with the Veterans Administration is developing to help rural female veterans cope with their postpartum depression. Women in rural areas may not seek or have access to mental health care.

Read the full article at: Newswise, Inc.