Perinatal Depression Screening May Miss Suicidal Thoughts

A new study of 736 low-income pregnant women in Illinois finds that more than one-third of those who reported having thoughts of self-harm in a commonly used health questionnaire did not have elevated levels of depression. Read PsychCentral article here

Specialist mental health support for new mums available in every part of England

New and expectant mothers across the country can now access specialist mental health care in the area where they live, NHS England announced today.  Click here to read further.

Panel Urges Counseling to Prevent Perinatal Depression in High-Risk Women

The first review of evidence by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) on ways to prevent perinatal depression has led the researchers to recommend counseling for pregnant and postpartum women at increased risk for the disorder.  Click here to read further.