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Adrienne Griffen1, Lynne McIntyre2, Jamie Zahlaway Belsito3
1Adrienne Griffen (agriffen@mmhla.org) is the executive director of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance in Arlington, Virginia.
Health Affairs (Project Hope)
|October 4, 2021
Summary
Perinatal mental health conditions are a leading cause of death for new mothers in the US. Addressing gaps in screening, treatment, and policy is crucial for maternal and child well-being.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
Background:
- Mental health conditions are the most common pregnancy complications in the US.
- Suicide and overdose are the leading causes of death for new mothers.
- Despite increased awareness, significant gaps persist in perinatal mental health care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the US perinatal mental health landscape.
- To identify critical gaps in screening, education, and treatment.
- To describe policy efforts and recommend integrated care models.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on perinatal mental health.
- Analysis of federal and state policy initiatives.
- Identification of successful care models.
Main Results:
- Significant disparities exist in the implementation of recommended screening and treatment.
- Existing policies and funding inadequately support perinatal mental health.
- Treatable conditions can lead to long-term negative consequences for families.
Conclusions:
- Urgent need for robust, integrated perinatal mental health care.
- Policy and funding reforms are essential to address care gaps.
- Successful models offer pathways to improved maternal mental health outcomes.
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