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Higher Rates of Depression and Anxiety in Mothers Caring for Children at Home During the Pandemic
There have been multiple studies over last year showing increased anxiety and depression in certain populations as a result of the COVID pandemic. It [...]
Maternal Self-Efficacy as a Risk Factor for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Postpartum depression first gained medical attention in the 1970’s. While postpartum depression is similar to depression occurring at other times in a woman’s life, we [...]
Essential Reads: Atypical Antipsychotics and Breastfeeding
Despite the increasing use of the newer “atypical” or second-generation antipsychotic agents to treat a spectrum of psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, [...]
ACTIVE RESEARCH STUDIES
- Preventing depressive relapse in pregnancy and the postpartum
SPECIALTY AREAS
PMS & PMDD
When PMS symptoms interfere with functioning and quality of life
Fertility & Mental Health
Stress, depression, and anxiety associated with infertility and its treatment
Perinatal Substance Use
How can we best address substance use in women of reproductive age?
Menopausal Symptoms
Depression, hot flashes, sleep disturbance… What are safe treatment for symptomatic midlife women?
Psychiatric Disorders During Pregnancy
Weighing the risks and benefits of pharmacologic treatment during pregnancy
Breastfeeding & Psychiatric Medications
How safe is it for women to take medications and breastfeed?
Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders
Most women suffering from postpartum depression do not receive adequate care
