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    • Psychiatric disorders in pregnancy
    • Obstetric care

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    • Pregnancy can exacerbate or trigger psychosis in some individuals.
    • Managing psychosis during pregnancy presents unique challenges for both the mother and fetus.
    • Existing care models may not adequately address the complex needs of these patients.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the necessity of interdisciplinary collaboration for managing pregnancy-associated psychosis.
    • To advocate for integrated care approaches combining obstetrics and psychiatry.
    • To improve mental health outcomes for pregnant individuals experiencing psychosis.

    Main Methods:

    • Continuous collaboration between obstetricians, psychiatrists, and nursing staff.
    • Multidisciplinary team approach to patient care.
    • Case management focusing on integrated treatment strategies.

    Main Results:

    • Close, continuous collaboration is essential for effective patient management.
    • Combined attention from specialists in both obstetrics and psychiatry is crucial.
    • Integrated care models are superior to "either/or" approaches for complex cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Interdisciplinary teamwork is paramount for optimizing mental health in pregnant patients with psychosis.
    • A unified approach integrating obstetric and psychiatric expertise is vital.
    • Specialized, collaborative care improves outcomes for this vulnerable population.