Table 1.

Cognitive Level of awareness

Statements Frequency Percentage Mean Verbal

(f) (%) Number Interpretation

I believed that postpartum depression affects a 123 30.75 3.66 Strongly

person's memory and concentration. Agree

I think postpartum depression is a complex mix 100 25.00 3.23 Strongly

of physical, emotional, and behavioral changes Agree
that happen in some women after giving birth.

I believe that mothers with postpartum 77 19.25 3.16 Strongly

depression have thoughts of harming oneself. I Agree
also believe that they have thoughts of
harming their baby.

I think that signs and symptoms of postpartum 50 12.50 1.89 Disagree

depression last for a period of at least 2 weeks.

I believe that there is enough public awareness 50 12.50 1.33 Disagree

and education about postpartum depression.

Total Respondents 400 100.00 2.23 Agree

The findings on the level of awareness among respondents regarding postpartum depression,
particularly in the cognitive domain, reveal noteworthy insights. The majority of respondents
strongly agreed with statements indicating their belief in the cognitive impact of postpartum
depression. Specifically, 30.75% strongly agreed that postpartum depression affects a person's
memory and concentration, while 25.00% strongly agreed that postpartum depression is a
complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioral changes that occur in some women after
giving birth. Additionally, 19.25% strongly agreed with the statement that mothers with
postpartum depression have thoughts of harming themselves and their baby. These high
percentages signify a robust understanding and acknowledgment among respondents regarding
the cognitive aspects of postpartum depression.
On the contrary, when it comes to the duration of symptoms, only 12.50% of respondents
disagreed with the statement that signs and symptoms of postpartum depression last for a
period of at least 2 weeks. This indicates a potential misconception or lack of awareness about
the prolonged nature of postpartum depression symptoms among a subset of the respondents.
Moreover, 12.50% disagreed with the statement expressing belief in sufficient public awareness
and education about postpartum depression, suggesting a perceived gap in the dissemination
of information.
 The overall mean number, calculated at 2.23, leans towards agreement with the provided
statements, reinforcing the general positive stance of the respondents regarding cognitive
aspects of postpartum depression awareness. These findings underscore the importance of
targeted education and awareness campaigns, particularly focusing on the duration of
symptoms and enhancing public knowledge about postpartum depression. The impact of
internet-based support groups on maternal awareness about postpartum depression may be
particularly valuable in addressing these specific areas of misconception and enhancing overall
awareness levels.

Table 2. Physical level of awareness

Symptoms Frequency Percentage Mean Verbal

(f) (%) Number Interpretation

I think that women with postpartum 175 43.75% 3.53 Strongly

depression lose interest in food. Agree

I believe that those who have postpartum 65 16.25% 2.24 Agree

depression often feel extreme fatigue or
exhaustion.

I believe that those mothers who have 100 25% 3.26 Strongly
postpartum depression often experience Agree
difficulty in sleeping or are sleeping too
much.

I believe that those who are suffering 35 8.75% 1.17 Disagree

from postpartum depression feel loss of
interest or pleasure in activities.

I think that mothers with postpartum 25 6.25% 1.13 Disagree

depression have difficulty concentrating
or making decisions.

Total 400 100% 2.12 Agree

Table 2 presents the physical level of awareness among respondents regarding postpartum
depression symptoms in the context of the impact of Internet-Based Support Groups on
maternal awareness. The frequency, percentage, and mean number are provided for each
symptom, accompanied by a verbal interpretation to convey the consensus of respondents.
The most prevalent symptom identified is the belief that women with postpartum depression
lose interest in food, with a substantial frequency of 175 respondents, representing 43.75% of
the total sample. The mean number of 3.53 suggests a strong consensus among respondents,
leading to the verbal interpretation of "Strongly Agree." This indicates a widespread
acknowledgment of the connection between postpartum depression and a diminished interest
in food among women.
Similarly, the belief that individuals with postpartum depression often experience extreme
fatigue or exhaustion is affirmed by 65 respondents, constituting 16.25% of the total. With a
mean number of 2.24, respondents generally "Agree" with this symptom, although not as
unanimously as the first symptom. This suggests a noteworthy but less uniform awareness of
the correlation between postpartum depression and fatigue or exhaustion.
The third symptom, which involves the belief that mothers with postpartum depression
frequently face challenges with sleep, garners the agreement of 100 respondents, representing
25% of the total sample. The mean number of 3.26 and the verbal interpretation of "Strongly
Agree" signify a robust consensus among respondents regarding the impact of postpartum
depression on sleep patterns.
Conversely, the symptoms related to a loss of interest or pleasure in activities and difficulty
concentrating or making decisions exhibit lower frequencies and percentages. For the former,
35 respondents (8.75%) express disagreement, resulting in a mean number of 1.17 and a verbal
interpretation of "Disagree." Similarly, the latter symptom sees 25 respondents (6.25%)
disagreeing, with a mean number of 1.13 and a verbal interpretation of "Disagree."
In summary, the total mean number for the physical level of awareness is 2.12, indicating an
overall inclination towards agreement among respondents concerning postpartum depression
symptoms. The table provides valuable insights into the varying degrees of awareness among
mothers participating in Internet-Based Support Groups, emphasizing the need for targeted
interventions and educational resources to enhance maternal awareness about postpartum
depression.

Table 3. Emotional awareness

Statements on Emotional Awareness Frequenc Percentage Mean Verbal
y (n) (%) Number Interpretation

I believe that women with postpartum 164 41% 3.73 Strongly

depression feel anxious and worried for Agree
no reason.

I believe that women suffering from 136 34% 3.12 Strongly

postpartum depression have excessive Agree
crying.

I believe that mothers with postpartum 75 18.75% 1.12 Strongly

depression experience persistent sadness. Disagree

I believe that those who have postpartum 15 3.75% 1.00 Disagree

depression are often agitated or irritable.

I believe that women with postpartum 10 2.5% 0.89 Strongly

depression often experience mood Disagree
swings.

Total 400 !00% 2.33 Agree

Table 3 presents findings on emotional awareness related to postpartum depression among

respondents, focusing on five distinct statements. The statement "I believe that women with
postpartum depression feel anxious and worried for no reason" received the highest frequency,
with 164 respondents, constituting 41% of the total participants. The mean number for this
statement was 3.73, suggesting a strong agreement among respondents. Similarly, the
statement "I believe that women suffering from postpartum depression have excessive crying"
garnered 136 responses, representing 34% of the total. With a mean number of 3.12,
participants strongly agreed with this sentiment. Conversely, the statement "I believe that
mothers with postpartum depression experience persistent sadness" saw 75 respondents
(18.75%), resulting in a mean number of 1.12, indicating a strong disagreement among
participants. The statement "I believe that those who have postpartum depression are often
agitated or irritable" obtained 15 responses (3.75%), with a mean number of 1.00, reflecting
disagreement. Finally, the statement "I believe that women with postpartum depression often
experience mood swings" had 10 respondents (2.5%) and a mean number of 0.89, signaling
strong disagreement. The overall mean number across all statements was 2.33, indicating an
overall agreement among participants regarding emotional awareness of postpartum
depression. These findings contribute valuable insights into the perceptions of respondents and
their emotional understanding of postpartum depression. The study, titled "Impact of Internet-
Based Support Groups on Maternal Awareness About Postpartum Depression," underscores the
significance of emotional awareness in the context of maternal mental health, particularly
concerning postpartum depression.