Women are less likely to be in depression if they stay with their parents and in-laws

Findings from research of the University of Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki (Finland) – Being with parents, grandparents, or mother-in-law has a positive effect on the mental health of women who recently become mothers, as revealed by a new study conducted by the University of Helsinki in Finland. According to this study, mothers living with healthy parents-in-law or parents had a lower risk of taking antidepressants. Finland’s University of Helsinki population research Dr. “Women of childbearing age are less likely to purchase antidepressants if their parents are younger than 70 and do not have serious health problems,” said Nina Metsa Simola.

Family harmony is important for the mental health of mothers

Researchers tracked 4,88,000 mothers with children in Finland between 2000 and 2014. The research team saw whether the mother had any accomplices or not, and the age and health of both the grandparents, mother, and father were observed. Dr Metsa Simola said that the support of grandparents is important for families with children, and the support of others is essential to protect people from depression. Support from grandparents in the family can protect mothers from depression.