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Choosing a First-Line Treatment for Postpartum Psychosis: Why Lithium Matters

Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency. Evidence supports early use of lithium plus antipsychotics—and, when needed, ECT—to achieve remission and prevent relapse.

By |2026-04-22T09:36:34-04:00April 22nd, 2026|Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis, Treatment|Comments Off on Choosing a First-Line Treatment for Postpartum Psychosis: Why Lithium Matters

Pharmacologic Treatment of Postpartum Depression: What Happens in the Real World?

New data reveal that while most women with postpartum depression start antidepressant treatment, many discontinue treatment early—highlighting persistent gaps in postpartum care.

By |2026-04-13T09:58:21-04:00April 14th, 2026|Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Treatment|Comments Off on Pharmacologic Treatment of Postpartum Depression: What Happens in the Real World?

You Asked: What is Lithium Orotate? Can It Be Used During Pregnancy?

Lithium orotate is a lithium salt marketed as a supplement, but we do not have evidence that it is an effective or safer mood stabilizer, and it should not be used as a substitute for standard lithium treatment in pregnancy.

By |2026-04-06T09:18:27-04:00April 7th, 2026|Pregnancy & Medications, Women's Mental Health, You Asked|Comments Off on You Asked: What is Lithium Orotate? Can It Be Used During Pregnancy?
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