A Global Perspective on Perinatal Mental Health
Worldwide, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), also known as Postpartum Depression, are the #1 complication associated with childbirth. Since the pandemic, research suggests that as many as 72% of all new and expecting mothers and birthing parents experience Perinatal Depression and/or Anxiety. PMAD education, screening, and treatment for this vulnerable population does not come close to meeting the need worldwide. However, despite these alarming statistics, many countries are implementing innovative practices to improve maternal mental health outcomes.