A young American woman, traveling through Europe, is in custody after allegedly throwing her newborn out a Paris hotel window. The baby, pronounced dead at the hospital, is being investigated as a homicide.
Post-partum psychosis is a hell of a drug.
I get the meaning of your comment I think; but honestly, I found it to be very poor taste.
I get the meaning of your comment I think; but honestly, I found it to be very pedantic.
Bro the human brain never fails to fascinate and terrify me in equal measure. We’re so fucking weird.
Needs to be assessed for drugs and mental illness.
Agreed, but… Could also be Postpartum psychosis.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postpartum_psychosis
Pregnancy a very wild ride for women. It changes them physically. Here’s a short list for your reading pleasure.
Cellular Changes
• Fetal Microchimerism: Cells from the fetus, containing the baby’s DNA, migrate into the mother’s bloodstream and organs (including the brain, heart, and liver). These fetal cells can persist for decades, potentially influencing immune function, tissue repair, and disease resistance.
• Increased Mitochondrial Activity: Pregnancy demands high energy levels, leading to increased mitochondrial activity in maternal cells to support fetal growth.
• Changes in Immune System: The immune system shifts to a more tolerant state to avoid rejecting the fetus while still defending against infections.
Brain Changes
• Gray Matter Reduction (but Increased Efficiency): Studies show that pregnancy leads to a long-term reduction in gray matter in regions associated with social cognition and empathy. This isn’t a loss of function but rather a refinement, optimizing the brain for maternal bonding and caregiving.
• Increased Connectivity in Emotion & Reward Centers: Pregnancy enhances neural connectivity in areas linked to emotional processing, making mothers more responsive to their baby’s needs.
• Hormonal Impact on Neuroplasticity: High levels of estrogen, progesterone, and oxytocin reshape the brain, potentially leading to increased stress resilience and maternal instincts.
DNA-Level Changes
• Epigenetic Modifications: Pregnancy can alter gene expression through DNA methylation and histone modifications, affecting the mother’s metabolism, immune function, and even aging rate.
• Telomere Shortening or Lengthening: Some studies suggest that pregnancy may shorten telomeres (linked to aging), while others indicate a potential protective effect, particularly in women with multiple children.
• Impact on Future Health: These epigenetic shifts can influence a mother’s long-term health, including risks for conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and autoimmune disorders.
Yeah my bad, I thought postpartum psychosis was part of the DSM-5. I said “mental illness” thinking PPP was included. Was confused why all the downvotes til I looked it up lol
