American Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience

Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2025

  • Research Article

    Psychiatry: The Relevance of Improving Access to Healthcare for Acutely Mentally Ill and Those with Longstanding Mental Illness

    Mercedes Agudo*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 36-49
    Received: 14 March 2025
    Accepted: 31 March 2025
    Published: 22 April 2025
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    Abstract: Background: There is currently a national mental health crisis due to the lack of access to mental health care. Objectives: 1. To study the different factors that contribute to lack of access to psychiatric treatment. 2. To compare each factor by ranking them according to their relevance in contributing to the lack of access to health care and nati... Show More
  • Research Article

    Prevalence and Associated Factors of Postpartum Depression Among Postpartum Mothers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

    Saron Negasi Gidey, Fanuel Alemayehu Tefera, Tsion Habtamu Ababiya, Fiyameta Abraham Fissehatsion, Bemnet Gossaye Teka, Rediet Tekle Zergaw, Eden Bekele Urgecha, Yosef Alemayehu Habtegiorgis, Zelalem Geletu Bate, Arsema Kinfemicheal Seifu

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2025
    Pages: 50-60
    Received: 15 April 2025
    Accepted: 3 May 2025
    Published: 6 June 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.20251302.12
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    Abstract: Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mental illness that affects behavior, physical health, and overall well-being, posing serious risks to the health of both mother and child. The World Health Organization reports that around 10% of women during pregnancy and 13% after childbirth globally suffer from mental health conditions, with ... Show More