Tag: Perinatal Depression
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Antidepressants in Pregnancy: FDA Panel Debate and Lifeline
Overview: A Policy Debate Meets Real-World Need Media coverage has highlighted a tense moment as an FDA advisory panel scrutinized the safety of antidepressants used during pregnancy. The conversations, while focused on risk assessment, are ultimately about the daily realities faced by pregnant people and new mothers who struggle with depression or anxiety. Health professionals…
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New Mothers Seek More Support for Postnatal Mental Health
Rising Demand for Postnatal Mental Health Support Across communities, a quiet but persistent shift is unfolding: more new mothers are turning to professional help to manage postnatal mental health. While baby care is often at the center of new motherhood, the emotional and psychological challenges that accompany this life transition are increasingly recognized as needing…
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Innovative Treatment for Depression in Pregnant and Postpartum Women
Introduction Depression during and after pregnancy is a significant public health issue that affects many women. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 50% of mothers experiencing perinatal depression remain undiagnosed and do not receive the necessary treatment. This situation is alarming, especially considering that suicide is a leading cause of death among postpartum women.…