Commentary on: Zlotnick C, Tzilos G, Miller I, et al. Randomized controlled trial to prevent postpartum depression in mothers on public assistance. J Aff Dis 2016;189:263–8.

Implications for practice and research Nurses can deliver a group intervention (INT) based on interpersonal psychotherapy to prevent postpartum depression in low-income mothers.

Given the high rates of elevated depressive symptoms during the perinatal period, future research should test more preventive INTs as well as treatments. Login using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details for full text. SSOTP - You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you requesting.