Comparative analysis of postpartum depression based on the Edinburgh scale in women of different age groups under and over 35 years
Subanova G.A., Subanova N.A., Askerov A.A., Yrysbaev E.Y., Nurbek kyzy A., Yrysbaev A.Y., Muratova G.K.
Objective: To determine the prevalence and severity of postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms among women in Osh using the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS) and to compare these symptoms across different age groups (under and over 35 years) and by parity.
Materials and methods: The study included 73 women from Osh, aged 18 to 49 years (mean age 33.5 years), and divided them into three age groups: 18–25 years, 25–35 years, and >35 years. Depressive symptoms were assessed using the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS), a 10-item questionnaire. Data were collected via electronic questionnaires in Google Forms, processed in Microsoft Excel, and analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistics 23. Statistical analysis included calculating means, standard deviations, and correlations between age, parity, and depressive symptoms.
Results: Depressive symptoms were identified in 57% of the women during the postpartum period. The highest severity of PPD symptoms was observed in women younger than 25 years, particularly during the first week postpartum (64%), with a gradual decrease by the sixth week (45%) and after the seventh week (39%). Primiparous women exhibited a higher level of depression (58%) than multiparous women. An inverse correlation was found between age and parity and the severity of depressive symptoms: as age and the number of births increased, depressive symptoms decreased. Women who experienced complications during pregnancy and childbirth more frequently reported anxiety and depression.
Conclusion: The study confirmed a high prevalence of PPD symptoms among women in Osh, particularly among young and primiparous women. Age and parity significantly influenced the level of depression, with older and multiparous women showing a lower propensity for PPD. Effective prevention and management of PPD require early screening, especially during the first week postpartum, development of psychological support programs, and increased awareness among women regarding available resources.
Authors' contributions: Subanova N.A., Askerov A.A. – conception and design of the study; Subanova G.A, Muratova G.K. – data collection and analysis; Yrysbaev Y.E. – statistical analysis; Nurbek kyzy A. – drafting of the manuscript; Yrysbaev Y.E., Yrysbaev Y.A. – editing of the manuscript.
Conflicts of interest: The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.
Funding: There was no funding for this study.
Ethical Approval: The study was reviewed and approved by the Biomedical Ethics Committee of the International Medical Faculty of Osh State University on February 17, 2025.
Patient Consent for Publication: All patients provided informed consent for the publication of their data.
Authors' Data Sharing Statement: The data supporting the findings of this study are available upon request from the corresponding author after approval from the principal investigator.
For citation: Subanova G.A., Subanova N.A., Askerov A.A., Yrysbaev E.Y., Nurbek kyzy A.,
Yrysbaev A.Y., Muratova G.K. Comparative analysis of postpartum depression based
on the Edinburgh scale in women of different age groups under and over 35 years.
Akusherstvo i Ginekologiya/Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2026; (3): 85-94 (in Russian)
https://dx.doi.org/10.18565/aig.2025.237
Keywords
postpartum depression
Edinburgh scale
age
parity
anxiety-depressive states
screening
psychological support
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Received 25.08.2025
Accepted 12.02.2026
About the Authors
Guljamal A. Subanova, PhD, Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Disciplines 2, International Medical Faculty, Osh State University, Kyrgyzstan, Osh city,Abiya Kabylova str., 215/2, bldg. 2, +996(772)23-05-19, gsubanova@oshsu.kg, https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1003-678X
Nargiza A. Subanova, Assistant at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2, Kyrgyz State Medical Academy named after I.K. Akhunbayev, 720020 Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Isa Akhunbayeva str., 92, 1st floor, +996(507)50-55-05, nargiza.subanova@bk.ru , https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1455-7902
Arsen A. Askerov, MD, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Clinical Disciplines, Bishkek International Medical Institute, 720065, Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek,
Shabdan Baatyr Ave., 4a, +996(550)33-17-31, askerov.arsen@inbox.ru, https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4447-9650
Erzamat Y. Yrysbaev, Lecturer at the Department of General, Clinical Biochemistry and Pathophysiology, Faculty of Medicine, Osh State University, Kyrgyzstan, Osh city, Abiya Kabylova str., 215/2, bldg. 1, 996(706)82-03-50, yrysbaev@oshsu.kg, https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0476-2654
Aiperi Nurbek kyzy, Resident at the Center for Postgraduate and Continuous Medical Education, Osh State University, Kyrgyzstan, Osh city, Abiya Kabylova str., 215/2,
bldg. 2, +996(555)36-35-15, aiperinurbekova01@gmail.com, https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7707-6634
Azamat Y. Yrysbayev, Lecturer at the Department of Morphophysiologic Subjects, International European University, 720080, Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Muchtar Auezova str., 3, +996(704)24-52-96, yrysbaev1996@gmail.com , https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4978-994X
Gulkayir K. Muratova, PhD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Education, Osh State University, Kyrgyzstan, Osh city, Abiya Kabylova str., 215/2, bldg. 2, +996(555)12-11-91, gulkayir78@gmail.com, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2425-1854
Corresponding author: Erzamat Y. Yrysbaev, yrysbaev@oshsu.kg
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