Treatment of Peripartum Mental Health Disorders: An Essential Element of Prenatal Care

Obstetricians and Gynecologists are acutely aware of the prevalence of maternal mental health disorders and the impact they can have on maternal, fetal, and newborn health and child development. Sadly, fewer than half of pregnant women with a mental health illness are identified in clinical settings. Among women who are identified, only 15% receive mental health treatment, fewer than 10% receive adequate treatment, and less than 5% achieve remission from their illness.

Source: Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics - July 10, 2018 Category: OBGYN Authors: Constance Guille, Roger Newman Tags: Preface Source Type: research