This study provides the first large sample evidence that PPD is associated with the report of sexual or physical abuse. Screening for a history of abuse, a history of psychiatric problems, or having a psychiatric illness at the time of the first prenatal visit may be an efficient means to identify women at risk for developing PPD. Early identification of women at risk would provide an opportunity to provide a selective prevention intervention to reduce the likelihood of PPD symptomatology. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00737-010-0161-7Authors Michael E. Silverman, Mount Sinai School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry One Gustave L. Levy Place Box 1230 New York NY 10029 USAHolly Loudon, Mount Sinai School of Medicine Obstetrics, Gynecology and...