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The Siggy Blog
Expert articles on medications, conditions, and the future of mental healthcare, from the team building it.
Postpartum Rage: The Symptom Nobody Warns New Parents About
Postpartum rage is intense anger after a baby, and it can be depression or anxiety in disguise. Learn the signs, why screening misses it, and what helps.
Signs of Depression in Women: Beyond the Male-Pattern Checklist
Depression in women is nearly twice as common as in men and often looks different. Here's what the research says about recognizing it.
What Is Postpartum Depression? A Medical Condition, Not a Parenting Failure
Postpartum depression affects about 1 in 8 new mothers in the U.S. Learn how it differs from the baby blues, why it happens, and which treatments work today.
Postpartum Depression vs. Baby Blues: Why the Direction of Your Mood Matters More Than the Two-Week Mark
Baby blues ease within 2 weeks. Postpartum depression lingers or deepens. Learn the timing, the warning signs, and when to call, with current treatment facts.
How Long Does Postpartum Depression Last? What Shortens It
Postpartum depression can ease within months or linger for years. Learn what research says about the PPD timeline, what shortens it, and when to get help.
Antidepressants and Pregnancy: What the Latest Evidence Shows
An FDA panel stirred fear about SSRIs in pregnancy. Here's what 2026 research shows about birth defects, autism, newborn risks, and the cost of stopping treatment.