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Weekly Roundup for July 2, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Every week we review the most recent publications in women’s mental health, covering topics related to premenstrual symptoms, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, use of medications in pregnant and breastfeeding women, perinatal substance [...]

By |2021-07-08T09:25:52-04:00July 4th, 2021|Weekly Roundup|Comments Off on Weekly Roundup for July 2, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Essential Reads: Recognizing Postpartum Psychosis

Because postpartum psychosis is relatively uncommon, we do not have as much information on this illness as we have on postpartum depression.  In addition, most of the literature we have on postpartum psychosis is not [...]

By |2021-06-30T22:19:24-04:00June 30th, 2021|Diagnosis & Screening, Essential Reads, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis|Comments Off on Essential Reads: Recognizing Postpartum Psychosis

In Brief: Postpartum Depression Common in COVID-Positive Women Separated from Their Newborns

Women may experience depression and post-traumatic symptoms, especially those who were separated from their newborns after delivery and those with severe COVID-19 illness during pregnancy or after delivery. 

By |2021-06-15T10:14:11-04:00June 17th, 2021|Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Prevalence & Risk Factors|Comments Off on In Brief: Postpartum Depression Common in COVID-Positive Women Separated from Their Newborns

Essential Reads: A Clinical Guide for the Diagnosis and Treatment of PMDD

In an evidence-based review published in 2012, Laura Wakil, Samantha Meltzer-Brody, and Susan Girdler present a thorough review of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), reviewing its diagnosis and treatment options.

By |2021-06-16T09:29:12-04:00June 16th, 2021|Diagnosis & Screening, Essential Reads, PMS & PMDD, Treatment|Comments Off on Essential Reads: A Clinical Guide for the Diagnosis and Treatment of PMDD

Cannabis Use is Legal in Many States, But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe to Use During Pregnancy

Heavy cannabis use during pregnancy was associated with increased risk for small for gestational age, preterm birth, low birth weight, and death during the first year of life.

By |2021-06-14T12:07:32-04:00June 15th, 2021|Cannabis, Outcomes, Perinatal Substance Use|Comments Off on Cannabis Use is Legal in Many States, But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe to Use During Pregnancy

Weekly Roundup for June 11, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Every week we review the most recent publications in women’s mental health, covering topics related to premenstrual symptoms, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, use of medications in pregnant and breastfeeding women, perinatal substance [...]

By |2021-06-16T19:59:27-04:00June 13th, 2021|Weekly Roundup|Comments Off on Weekly Roundup for June 11, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Why We Need to Discuss the COVID-19 Vaccine with Women of Childbearing Age

ACOG clearly states that all pregnant and lactating people should be allowed to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and that their decision to do so should be based on a careful discussion of risks and benefits with their healthcare provider.   

By |2021-06-07T09:45:22-04:00June 10th, 2021|ObGyn News|Comments Off on Why We Need to Discuss the COVID-19 Vaccine with Women of Childbearing Age

Essential Reads: Stress, Anxiety and Depression in Couples Undergoing Infertility Treatment

Individuals experiencing significant infertility-related psychological symptoms are less likely to pursue infertility treatment and more likely to drop out.

By |2021-06-07T09:46:30-04:00June 9th, 2021|Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Essential Reads, Infertility and Mental Health, PTSD and Stress Related Disorders|Comments Off on Essential Reads: Stress, Anxiety and Depression in Couples Undergoing Infertility Treatment

In Women with Opioid Use Disorder, Treatment Initiated During Pregnancy May Improve Postpartum Outcomes

This study demonstrates higher rates of treatment continuation in postpartum women with opioid use disorders if medication treatment (methadone or buprenorphine) is initiated early and maintained throughout pregnancy.

By |2021-06-07T09:23:46-04:00June 8th, 2021|Opioids, Perinatal Substance Use|Comments Off on In Women with Opioid Use Disorder, Treatment Initiated During Pregnancy May Improve Postpartum Outcomes

Weekly Roundup for June 4, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Every week we review the most recent publications in women’s mental health, covering topics related to premenstrual symptoms, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, use of medications in pregnant and breastfeeding women, perinatal substance [...]

By |2021-06-10T07:26:57-04:00June 6th, 2021|Weekly Roundup|Comments Off on Weekly Roundup for June 4, 2021: Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health
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