Weekly Roundup for MARCH 20, 2020: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health
The world looks dramatically different than it did a week ago, and we are all struggling to find our equilibrium. These are very challenging times, and it is easy to feel helpless and confused. To help our readers navigate and make sense of the current situation, we will provide information on COVID-19 relevant to our patient population: COVID-19 Outbreak: Information for Pregnant Women COVID-19 Outbreak: Flattening the (Anxiety) Curve And the [...]
COVID-19 Outbreak: Flattening the (Anxiety) Curve
For so many, uncertainty can lead to anxiety.Â
Telephone-Based Interpersonal Therapy for PPD is Effective
Interpersonal therapy (IPT) has been shown to be effective for the treatment of postpartum depression. Typically this treatment is delivered in person; however given limited access to specialized providers, recent research has explored the feasibility and effectiveness of treatments delivered remotely. A recent study looks at the use of IPT for the treatment of postpartum depression as delivered by nurses over the telephone. This study recruited 241 postpartum women with [...]
Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Effective for Postpartum Depression?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an FDA approved treatment for major depression, is a noninvasive procedure which uses magnetic fields to stimulate specific areas of the brain. It is not commonly used as a first line treatment for depression; however, it is an attractive option for those who cannot use or have not responded to traditional antidepressants. A pilot study from Cox and colleagues looks at the efficacy of repetitive TMS [...]
COVID-19 Outbreak: Information for Pregnant Women
At the Center for Women’s Mental Health, it has always been our belief that one of our best tools for combating anxiety is to provide accurate and up-to-date information. There are several sites that provide information about COVID-19.
NT-814: Neurokinin Receptor Antagonist Effective for Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
Stimulation of NKB-neurokinin 3 receptor (NK3R) signalling can induce hot flashes