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ArticleScientific reports2026

Prevalence and correlates of postpartum depression during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study in Vietnam.

Ha Thu Thi Nguyen, Hien Thu Nguyen, Thuong Huyen Thi Phan, Giang Tra Thi Duong, Linh Anh Do, Ha Ngoc Vu, Tham Thi Nguyen, Laurent Boyer, Bastien Boussat, Pascal Auquier and 6 more

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Ha Thu Thi NguyenNational Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology (NHOG), Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Hien Thu NguyenInstitute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 55000, Vietnam. nguyenthuhien3@duytan.edu.vn.
Thuong Huyen Thi PhanHanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Giang Tra Thi DuongNational Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology (NHOG), Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Linh Anh DoCollege of Health Sciences, VinUniversity, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Ha Ngoc VuFaculty of Public Health, VNU University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University (VNU-UMP), Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Tham Thi NguyenInternational Institute for Training and Research (INSTAR), VNU University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University (VNU- UMP), Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Laurent BoyerCEReSS-Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, 13005, France.
Bastien BoussatDepartment of Clinical Epidemiology, Grenoble Alps University, Grenoble, 38000, France.
Pascal AuquierCEReSS-Health Service Research and Quality of Life Center, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille, Aix-Marseille University, Marseille, 13005, France.
Cuong Tat NguyenInstitute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 55000, Vietnam.
Duc Anh HaDepartment of Medical Service Administration - Ministry of Health, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Huyen DoCollege of Health Sciences, VinUniversity, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Giang Thu VuCollege of Health Sciences, VinUniversity, Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam.
Roger C M HoInstitute for Health Innovation and Technology (iHealthtech), National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119077, Singapore.
Cyrus S H HoDepartment of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119077, Singapore.

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NUS Department of Psychological Medicine R-177-000-100-001/R-177-000-003-001/R-177000702733NUS iHealthTech Other Operating Expenses R-722-000-004-731
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Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common mental health issue that negatively impacts maternal well-being and infant development. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated depression risk among postpartum women due to added stressors from the crisis. This study aimed to assess PPD prevalence during the pandemic and identify associated factors. The study was conducted at Hanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital from May 2023 to December 2023. This cross-sectional study selected 223 postpartum women via convenience sampling. Data collection utilized online surveys and phone interviews. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) gauged depression levels, analyzed using Stata 16.0. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression explored relationships between PPD and contributing factors. Among participants, 22.0% scored 9-11 on EPDS, indicating mild depression; 5.8% were high-risk (EPDS 12-13), and 8.5% had PPD (EPDS > 14). The study identified links between PPD and poor sleep, COVID-19 anxiety, and limited social support. PPD remains a critical concern during COVID-19, with factors like sleep quality, pandemic-related anxiety, and social support influencing depression risk. Early screening and psychological interventions are crucial to mitigate PPD's impact on maternal and infant health post-pandemic.

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COVID-19Depression, PostpartumAdultAnxietyCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansPandemicsPrevalenceRisk FactorsSARS-CoV-2Sleep QualitySocial SupportVietnamYoung AdultCOVID-19EPDSPostpartum depressionRelated factors

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