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Abstract
Introduction: The Ratus Model is a nursing model to prevent postpartum depression, is a product
of Ratus dissertation. Depression is one of the common psychological problem experienced
by postpartum women. The number is estimated to reach 20% in Indonesia, 15---20% in the Riau
Province, and must to be pressed to 1%.
Objectives: This study aims to identify the effectiveness of Ratus Model to prevent postpartum
depression.
Method: Quasi-experiment research alongside with pre---post test analysis of the control group,
number of the respondents was undergone among 54 women pregnant and the spouses in each
intervention and control group. Educational intervention was given toward intervention group
for 3 times, with 3 times monitoring, and 3 times measurement.
Result: A significant correlation between Ratus Model with lowered postpartum depression
incidence.
Conclusion: The Ratus Model is effective lowering the incidence of postpartum depression.