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. 2014 Apr 14;9(4):e95038. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0095038

Table 3. Prevalence of emotional issues during pregnancy and the postnatal period.

During pregnancy During postnatal period
n (%) n (%)
Any emotional issue 266 (45.5%) 303 (51.9%)
Depression 52 (8.9%) 73 (12.5%)
Anxiety 154 (26.4%) 130 (22.3%)
Stress or distress 146 (25.0%) 148 (25.3%)
Sadness or low mood 118 (20.2%) 176 (30.1%)
Lack of enjoyment or interest in things 62 (10.6%) 85 (14.6%)
Feelings of guilt 62 (10.6%) 107 (18.3%)
Excessive worry 105 (18.0%) 80 (13.7%)