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1 in 4 Women will experiene a depressive episode postpartum
Nessa Hayes Nessa Hayes

1 in 4 Women will experiene a depressive episode postpartum

One in four women are said to experience a major depressive episode during their postpartum experience and researchers have identified several factors that contribute to this including, hormonal imbalances, psychosocial changes, and other cultural factors

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Is it possible to REALLY have consent between Dr. and patient?
Nessa Hayes Nessa Hayes

Is it possible to REALLY have consent between Dr. and patient?

One of the KEY components of achieving consent is that we must, without fear, give consent freely. If there is a relationship dynamic of power imbalance between the person asking for consent and the person being asked to give consent, consent cannot be granted .So what if you NEED western medicine? Maybe you have a condition that you need treatment for, how can you consent?

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