
Peripartum psychosis is considered a psychiatric emergency. Here is how an interdisciplinary team can provide the best care.
Dr Gopalan is an associate professor of psychiatry and obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences in the department of psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh.
Peripartum psychosis is considered a psychiatric emergency. Here is how an interdisciplinary team can provide the best care.
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Consideration of both practical and ethical concerns, as well as an interdisciplinary approach, can lead to better outcomes for pregnant patients with psychosis.
Patients who have experienced a perinatal loss are at increased risk of MDD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
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Published: December 23rd 2015 | Updated: