Josephine gave birth to her second child three weeks ago. Five years ago, Josephine was treated for a major depressive disorder. Lately, Josephine has had trouble sleeping, is convinced that her baby is the devil, and is having thoughts of killing her children to eliminate the "threat." Josephine is most likely experiencing:
A. postpartum depression.
B. another major depressive episode.
C. postpartum psychosis.
D. schizophrenia
Ans: C. postpartum psychosis.
Psychology
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