Fortunately
the vast majority of depression is treatable. Sometimes
in the hopelessness of depression women believe
their condition is "incurable". These women should
be educated about the many treatments that do help
depression.
Successful
treatment of depression helps women's symptoms.
It helps assure a safe pregnancy and comfortable
postpartum period. Treatment also improves women's
functioning in their home and workplace and restores
their interest in life. It is important for women
and their families, that women seek medical attention
when they believe they have symptoms of depression.
