ASSESSMENT OF NURSES KNOWLEDGE REGARDING POST PARTUM DEPRESSIONS AT GENERAL HOSPITAL LAHORE

Abstract

Objective: To assess the level of knowledge among nurses regarding postpartum depression.

Study Design: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted.

Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at General Hospital Lahore from June 2025 to February 2026.

Methodology: A total of 120 nurses was selected using convenience sampling. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire that included demographic information and questions about nurse’s knowledge about post-partum depression. Responses were recorded using a five-point yes or no option. Participants who could read completed the questionnaire themselves, while researchers assisted those who needed help. The data collected were analyzed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used to summarize the findings.

Results: Most nurses (97.5%) were female, with a low percentage of male participants (2.5%). Most participants fell within the age range of 26-30 years (57.5%), followed by 31-35 years (30.0%). Educational level is another important factor in this research, as almost 60 percent of the participants had attained a Post RN educational degree, with the remaining 35.0% holding a diploma, and just 9.2% holding a BSN degree with moderate knowledge.

Conclusion: Most nurses’ knowledge about PPD is well but their awareness toward PPD was mainly negative. This shows a gap between their knowledge and their attitude toward PPD.