In this North American cross-sectional study, higher exposure to early life adversities was associated with a higher lifetime prevalence of physician-diagnosed PCOS/PMOS. The findings add to growing evidence that childhood adversities may have lasting effects on reproductive health.
Women with PMOS have significantly higher rates of depression and anxiety. Routine screening and integrated care are essential for improving psychiatric and reproductive outcomes.
Folic acid supplementation before and during early pregnancy substantially reduces the risk of neural tube defects. Emerging research suggests that folic acid may have beneficial effects on neurodevelopment that extend beyond the first trimester. We review the evidence on the timing of folic acid supplementation and findings from the FASSTT randomized controlled trial, which examined whether supplementation during the second and third trimesters was associated with improved cognitive outcomes in children.
For women who require treatment with quetiapine during pregnancy, the available reproductive safety data are generally reassuring. The largest body of evidence does not suggest a meaningful increase in major congenital malformations, while metabolic effects, particularly gestational diabetes, remain an important consideration.
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Reproductive psychiatrists Dr. Kristin Lasseter and Dr. Lee Cohen join Dr. Ruta and Allie for a conversation on the treatment and prevention of postpartum depression.
Postpartum psychosis is the most severe form of postpartum psychiatric illness. What are the signs and symptoms?
Introducing the More Than Blue website: a new home for the documentary exploring postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis - and the growing community it has inspired.
Postpartum psychosis is a medical emergency, but temporary and treatable. In this podcast episode, survivors share early warning signs, treatment, and recovery—helping families and clinicians recognize and respond quickly.
Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex causes brief, intense waves of dysphoria at milk letdown, often misinterpreted as postpartum depression, and can undermine breastfeeding and maternal well-being.
