Efficacy of internet-based peer education for postpartum depression: study protocol of a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Postpartum depression (PPD) is widely and profoundly affecting family and social stability. But now the consultation rate of overall PPD population is still not ideal for practical reasons. This study observes the effectiveness of Internet-based peer education, a promising treatment approach that may effectively and fairly serve the PPD group, so as to benefit more people in the future.

Objectives

This study integrates internet-based peer education to serve PPD groups effectively and equitably, aiming to benefit more people. It explores IPE's efficacy vs. RHE in reducing symptom severity at 6-week intervention and 16-week follow-up.

Methods

This study is a randomized, parallel, and controlled trial, consist of a 6-week treatment period along with a 12-wee

SUBMITTER: Zhou YM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12507833 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature