While the EPDS is a valuable screening tool, it has certain limitations: - False positives/negatives: The scale may not accurately identify all cases of postnatal depression. - Cultural differences: The EPDS may not be equally valid across different cultures and languages, necessitating cultural adaptations. - Focus on depression: The EPDS primarily screens for depression and may not identify other mental health issues such as anxiety or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can also be prevalent in parents of infants with neonatal disorders.
