What Is Postpartum Depression?

The woman who was killed at the U.S. Capitol was a victim.

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What’s Up With Victim Blaming? - It happens often that instead of focusing on the rape and the perpetrator, the blame unjustly shifts toward the actual victim. The victim can be scrutinized for her past sexual behavior, what she was wearing or how much she was drinking. This can lead to shame, depression and not reporting the attack. (Photo: Bruce Laurance/Getty Images)
78430448They Isolate Themselves From Loved Ones - People who are suicidal often push loved ones away and prefer to be alone. If you see them pulling away, not calling you back, spending time alone and even falling back from being an active parent, this could be a major sign of depression and suicidal tendencies. (Photo: laflor/Getty Images)

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What Is Postpartum Depression? - Miriam Carey, 34, who was killed by Capitol Hill police after a high speed chase in Washington, D.C., Thursday, reportedly suffered from postpartum depression after the birth of her 1-year-old daughter, Erica. She also suffered from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. BET.com takes a look at what this illness is and other women who have experienced it. – Natelege Whaley  A mother can have this form of depression within the first few months after childbirth, after a miscarriage and or stillbirth. Postpartum depression can last for months. (Photo: Facebook via Miriam Carey)

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