Monthly Archives: September 2004


Paroxetine and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression

Paroxetine and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is relatively common, occurring in about 10 to 15% of women after delivery. Non-pharmacologic interventions, including interpersonal psychotherapy, have been shown to be effective for the treatment of PPD. In addition, several reports have documented the efficacy of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor venlafaxine (Effexor). In [...]