Major depression during conception and pregnancy: a guide for patients and families.

pression is an illness that affects up to 1 in 4 women at some point in their lives. It en begins when women are in their 20s and 30s, at the same time they may be nsidering having children. If you or someone you know has major depression, you y be wondering whether it is safe to become pregnant—especially if you are taking dication for your symptoms—or safe to continue medication if you are already egnant. This guide is intended to answer some commonly asked questions about the atment of major depression while trying to conceive and during pregnancy.