There is evidence in non-perinatal populations that human coronaviruses can be neurotropic and that virus infection may increase vulnerability to neuropsychiatric illness, including depression, anxiety, psychosis and delirium. Based on this finding, researchers have speculated that there may be an association between contracting COVID-19 and developing a postpartum psychiatric illness. This hypothesis has been preliminarily… Read More »
There have been multiple studies over last year showing increased anxiety and depression in certain populations as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is clear that some members of the population may be more susceptible to psychological distress than others. Because pregnant and postpartum women face unique challenges in the context of the COVID-19… Read More »
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The postpartum period consists of the first 6 weeks post-delivery, over which time the body returns to its pre-pregnant state. This phase is dynamic, complicated, and filled with challenges. Women have to balance learning how to become a new mother with self-care and recovery. There are 6 key areas to consider to prepare and optimize… Read More »
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Women are at significant risk for severe psychiatric illness after childbirth, particularly during the first three months. Suicide is a rare but tragic outcome of untreated psychiatric illness in this setting, but it is also preventable. In order to prevent suicide, we must be able to identify which women are at highest risk for suicide. … Read More »