Bipolar Disorder

Screening for Depression During Pregnancy May Lead to Misdiagnosis for Women with Bipolar Disorder

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology now recommends that women be screened for depression during pregnancy. Because depressive symptoms during pregnancy have been associated with worse outcomes and are a robust predictor of postpartum [...]

By Ruta Nonacs, MD PhD|2024-04-14T16:09:32-04:00June 15th, 2015|Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Psychiatric Disorders During Pregnancy|1 Comment

Postpartum Psychosis Can be Prevented in Women at High Risk

Women with bipolar disorder or history of postpartum psychosis are at high risk for postpartum psychosis; appropriate interventions significantly decrease this risk.

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2021-12-06T09:21:55-04:00June 6th, 2012|Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis|6 Comments

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