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Postpartum depression (PPD) can be treated with counselling, medication, and lifestyle adjustments like self-care, support groups, and getting help from family and friends. For PPD counselling, therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) help mothers cope with stress and improve coping skills. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of PPD, contact a healthcare provider to create a treatment plan, and consider reaching out to a National Maternal Mental Health Hotline or the emergency services Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.