For Women with Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Can Nurses and Midwives Fill the Gaps in Mental Health Care?
Psychological interventions provided by nurses and midwives can significantly reduce the severity of perinatal depressive symptoms.
Essential Reads: The Impact of Prenatal Lithium Exposure on Offspring Cognitive Functioning
This clinical cohort study showed no impact of prenatal lithium exposure on cognitive functioning in children 6 to 14 years of age.
Essential Reads: Maternal Suicide in the United States, The Latest Research & Data Collection Efforts
In a webinar put together by 2020 Mom, presenters provide an overview of maternal suicide, review risk factors for suicide in this population, and discuss efforts to generate accurate data on maternal suicide.
New Research Study: A Behavioral Activation App for Depression During Pregnancy
We are now recruiting for a study using a novel app using behavioral activation to treat depression during pregnancy.
Essential Reads: Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) and Pregnancy
Given limited data on the reproductive safety of oxcarbazepine, we would recommend using alternate medications during pregnancy, when possible.
Essential Reads: Bright Light Therapy for the Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy, Mixed Findings
In terms of the efficacy of bright light therapy for depression during pregnancy, the jury is still out.
Essential Reads: Modafinil and Armodafinil During Pregnancy Associated with Increased Risk of Malformations
Modafinil (brand name Provigil) and armodafinil (Nuvigil) are wake-promoting agents used to treat sleepiness due to narcolepsy, shift work sleep disorder, or obstructive sleep apnea. They are also used in other settings, often in [...]
Prospective Data on the Use of Newer Antipsychotics During Pregnancy: No Increase in Risk of Malformations
The most recent publication from the National Pregnancy Registry focuses on overall risk of malformations associated with the class of antipsychotic medications.
NPR’s 1A Live Discusses Perinatal Depression and the New Medication Zuranolone
NPR’s 1A Live hosts an episode focusing on perinatal depression, including information on the new medication zuranolone for the treatment of postpartum depression.
Prevalence of ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children with Prenatal Exposure to Antipsychotic Medications
The findings of this study do not suggest that prenatal antipsychotics exposure is associated with increased risk for ADHD, ASD, small for gestational age, or preterm birth.