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Digital Mental Health Intervention Shows Promise for Preventing Postpartum Depression in Primary Care Settings

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20 May 2026

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A completed pilot study from Chile demonstrates the feasibility of delivering the culturally adapted 'What Were We Thinking' intervention via mobile technology to prevent postpartum depression in primary care settings. The digital approach showed promise for reaching first-time mothers during the critical 6-8 week postpartum period.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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