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Annotation: This perinatal mental health screening protocol and briefing guide is designed to provide a culturally responsive framework for screening Black birthing persons. The protocol aims to address the urgent need for improved screening and quality care for this population, which is at higher risk for perinatal depression and anxiety. Informed by focus groups with Black birthing people, Black birth workers, perinatal service providers, and a literature review, the guide outlines five key steps for conducting screenings: fostering an atmosphere of trust and safety, starting a conversation, providing choice and transparency, discussing results with patients, and making referrals with follow-through. The briefing includes considerations for providers before screening, such as assessing biases, serving with cultural humility, understanding community fears and stigma, and recognizing common phrases used to indicate anxiety or depression. The protocol also provides guidance on establishing an organizational screening process and building culturally responsive referral partnerships.

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Keywords: Blacks, Child birth, Culutral sensitivity, Mental health, Ohio, Perinatal care, Protocol, Quality improvement, Screening, State initiatives

Annotation: This web page from the Lifeline for Moms program at UMass Chan Medical School provides resources to help obstetric settings integrate perinatal mental health care into their everyday workflow. The main resource is an Overview Guide, available in two versions: a self-guided version and a remote support version that includes additional materials for virtual meetings with Lifeline for Moms consultants. The Guide includes assessment documents, tools for scheduling implementation and creating practice goals, workflow documents, screeners and scorers for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and self-harm, and resources for developing referral directories and patient handouts. The page also offers an Obstetric Care Clinician Packet with reference materials and patient handouts, as well as a 4-part online training module for obstetric care clinicians and staff. Individual files for each component of the Guide are available for download.

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Keywords: Mental health, Obstetrical care, Perinatal care, Resources for professionals, Service integration

Annotation: This website addresses moms-to-be and new mothers concerning depression and anxiety that occur during pregnancy or anytime during the first year after birth, which are presented as serious medical conditions abd not merely "baby blues." The site defines these conditions and lists common signs and symptoms such as feeling foggy, being unusually irritable, or having scary, upsetting thoughts. It details risk factors (e.g., history of depression, difficult birth, financial problems, lack of support), explains the importance of early treatment for the mother and family, and describes treatment options like counseling and medication. Additionally, the site suggests ways women can support their well-being in addition to treatment, such as connecting with other moms, resting when the baby rests, and asking for help. This resource is available in both English and Spanish.

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Keywords: Anxiety, Maternal health, Mental health, Postpartum care, postpartum depression

Annotation: This web page from the Utah Office of Maternal and Child Health focuses on Maternal Mental Health, explaining that depression and anxiety are the most common complications of childbirth, with 1 in 8 Utah women affected by postpartum depression. It describes how perinatal mental health encompasses conditions such depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and psychosis that can occur anytime during pregnancy through one year postpartum. The site lists common signs of these conditions, such as feeling angry or irritable, experiencing scary thoughts, and feeling immense sadness, and identifies risk factors like complicated pregnancy, traumatic birth, and experiences of racism and discrimination. Emphasizing that mood disorders are treatable, the site provides help via the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and offers a free, downloadable maternal mental health resource available in multiple languages, including English and Spanish, in addition to listing the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline and a link to the Maternal Mental Health Referral Network.

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Keywords: Anxiety, Behavioral medicine, Depression, Maternal health, Mental health, Postpartum depression, Postpartum psychosis, Pregnancy, Therapeutics

Annotation: This report identifies gaps, opportunities, and alignment for reforms to create a better postpartum maternal health care experience.

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Keywords: Data analysis, Mental health, Policy development, Postpartum care, Pregnancy loss, Quality improvement

Annotation: This website describes the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-TLC-MAMA), a free, confidential resource available 24/7 to pregnant women and new parents, as well as their partners and family. The Hotline, accessible by text or call, provides support for individuals feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or exhibiting common signs of postpartum depression, such as feeling sad, having trouble focusing, or changes in eating/sleeping. Trained professional counselors (who may be licensed health care professionals, certified educators, or specialists) listen to what users are going through, connect them with local support groups and organizations, and refer them to other health care professionals if more care is needed. While the service is available in English and Spanish, interpreters can also support over 60 additional languages, including Arabic, Creole, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Hmong, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.

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Keywords: Anxiety, Depression, Hotlines, Maternal health, Mental health, Postpartum care, Postpartum depression, Prental care, Telehealth

Annotation: The report analyzes life expectancy and mortality in the Americas for the period 2000–2019, exploring the burden of disease throughout the life course and with a focus on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), encompassing mental and substance use disorders, neurological conditions, and external causes.

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Keywords: Americas, Data, Maternal health, Mental health, Mortality, Noncommunicable diseases, Statistics, Substance use disorders, United States

Annotation: This guide from VCU Health provides information and resources for women experiencing perinatal depression and anxiety. It notes that while many women experience mild "baby blues," 15 to 20 percent develop more serious conditions such as depression, anxiety, low mood, obsessive-compulsive thoughts, or psychosis. The document lists potential symptoms and emphasizes the importance of seeking help from healthcare providers. It includes an extensive resource guide with crisis hotlines, local support services, online resources, and support groups for mothers and fathers/partners. The guide also provides information on home support services, grief and loss resources, support for military families, and intensive inpatient treatment centers. Additionally, it suggests relevant books and videos featuring personal stories of women who have experienced and recovered from perinatal depression and anxiety.

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Keywords: Anxiety, Maternal health, Mental health, Patient education, Postpartum depression

Annotation: This resource page from the Texas state government focuses on maternal behavioral health for pregnant and postpartum mothers, addressing the fact that mental health conditions (including depressive disorder and substance use disorder (SUD)) were the leading cause of pregnancy-related death in the state. The site provides resources for maternal depression, listing available services and urgent maternal warning signs that require immediate medical attention, such as thoughts about hurting oneself or the baby. Furthermore, the page details multiple state programs designed to support pregnant and parenting Texas residents with SUD, including the Pregnant and Parenting Intervention programs (which offer case management and evidence-based education), the Maternal Opioid Misuse Model (a comprehensive care model available in the Houston area), and the Comprehensive Continuum of Care for Women, which provides support like transportation and financial assistance to reduce treatment barriers

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Keywords: Behavioral medicine, Depression, Mental health, Postpartum care, Postpartum depression, Prental care, State programs, Substance use disorder, Texas

Annotation: This online resource functions as both an education and awareness campaign and an umbrella of coordinated supports and services for Vermonters experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). The resource emphasizes that PMADs are the leading complication of childbirth, affecting about 1 in 4 pregnant or postpartum Vermonters, and notes that these disorders are common and treatable. For immediate support, the site provides contacts for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-TLC-MAMA). It also connects expecting and new families to mental health clinicians and community services via Help Me Grow Vermont and lists additional support from Postpartum Support International (PSI) and Designated Mental Health Agencies. The resource includes translated PMADs information sheets and Help Me Grow cards available in multiple languages, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, and Spanish

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Keywords: Anxiety, Campaigns, Depression, Mental health, Mood disorders, Patient education, Perinatal care, Postpartum care, Vermont

Annotation: This web page from the Wyoming Department of Health and Wyoming Medicaid provides information and resources for Wyoming Medicaid moms and new parents navigating health and benefits during the postpartum period. The resource offers guidance on timing and expectations for postpartum and newborn health checkups and details how to access an electric breast pump through the Healthy Babies, Happy Moms Program. For new families, the site provides safety information, including safe sleeping recommendations to reduce the risk of SIDS. The page also addresses maternal mental health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD), providing immediate assistance lines and links to community treatment providers. Furthermore, it highlights extensive free state programs, such as the Wyoming Hand in Hand home visitation program and the Parents as Teachers program, and lists resources for financial and coverage support, including SNAP, WIC, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and assistance with utility costs.

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Keywords: State programs, Community based services, Infant care, Low income groups, Maternal health, Mental health, Newborns, Postpartum care, Wyoming

Annotation: This annual report commissioned by Delta Dental provides data on and an analysis of oral health and overall health behaviors among adults and children across the United States. The report also discusses consumers’ understanding of the link between oral health and chronic conditions, the connection between oral hygiene and mental health, and the benefits of receiving preventive oral health care. Also addressed are adults' adherence to preventive oral health behaviors, trends in preventive oral health care visits, and dental insurance coverage among adults.

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Keywords: Chronic illnesses and disabilities, Data, Health care utilization, Mental health, Oral health, Prevention

Annotation: This report discusses the importance of integrating oral health care and mental health care into obstetrical care to improve the overall health of women during and after pregnancy. The report explains why poor oral health and mental health may be a particular problem for women during and after pregnancy, and how oral health and mental health are linked. The report also explains the role obstetricians can play in identifying oral health and mental health problems in pregnant and postpartum women.

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Keywords: Gynecology, Mental health, Obstetrical care, Oral health, Pregnant women, Service integration, Statistical data

Annotation: This webinar focuses on integrating community health workers (CHWs) into maternal mental health services. Cosponsored by Funders for Maternal Mental Health, the webinar explores how CHWs can help address maternal mental health conditions, which affect 1 in 5 expectant and postpartum mothers and disproportionately impact women of color and those living in poverty. Speakers include experts from the National Academy for State Health Policy, The Children's Partnership, California Department of Health Care Services, and Connecticut Office of Health Strategy. The session examines state financing strategies, implementation experiences from California and Connecticut, and opportunities for philanthropy to support CHW integration into healthcare systems through Medicaid and other public financing mechanisms.

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Keywords: Community health workers, Health equity, Maternal health, Mental health, State initiatives

Annotation: This report outlines state Medicaid policy recommendations to support mental health for mothers and babies during the 12-month postpartum period. It draws from an October 2023 meeting of Medicaid policy and maternal health experts to recommend concrete steps for state agencies in five key areas: enhancing primary care as a family hub, monitoring care connections, financing appropriate services, supporting workforce capacity, and prioritizing maternal and infant-early childhood mental health in Medicaid. The document examines recent federal policy changes and includes detailed implementation guidance for states adopting extended postpartum coverage. It aims to help states leverage Medicaid to advance health equity and improve mental health outcomes for mothers and infants in the critical year following birth.

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Keywords: Federal policy, Health equity, Infant health, Maternal health, Medicaid, Mental health, Postpartum care, State policy

Annotation: This report examines the critical impact of mental health and substance use disorders on maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States, highlighting how suicide and substance use-related overdoses account for over 20 percent of postpartum deaths. It presents promising approaches from states including Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon, New Hampshire, and California that integrate maternity care with behavioral health services and social supports. The report outlines six key recommendations for improving care: supporting dedicated multidisciplinary care teams, centering people with lived experience to drive health equity, normalizing substance use care, training all staff on bias and stigma, expanding the community-based workforce including doulas and peer recovery specialists, and implementing harm reduction and street medicine approaches. The authors emphasize that with nearly every state now providing 12 months of postpartum Medicaid coverage, there are unprecedented opportunities to implement integrated, trauma-informed, non-punitive care models that can significantly reduce maternal mortality and improve outcomes for families.

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Keywords: Substance abusing pregnant women, Community participation, Disorders, Health care reform, Initiatives, Maternal morbidity, Maternal mortality, Medicaid, Mental health, Model programs, Perinatal addiction, Perinatal care, Postpartum care, Quality improvement, Risk factors, Service integration, Substance use disorders

Annotation: This report summarizes key findings from the U.S. Health and Human Services Department's Postpartum Maternal Health Collaborative Expert Evidence Convening held in April 2024. The document synthesizes insights from four expert panels focused on reducing postpartum mortality, covering mental health and substance use disorder, community and social drivers of health, clinical care, and state-level policy opportunities. The report identifies seven key themes for state policy action, including enabling better care transitions with technology and patient-specific planning, providing resources before screening for social needs, ensuring cross-sector collaboration, incorporating community engagement, supporting quality improvement initiatives, implementing patient-centered care approaches, and investing in data infrastructure. Panel discussions revealed strategies such as implementing non-punitive child welfare policies, reimbursing integrated healthcare and telehealth services, extending postpartum coverage, bundling care incentives, and addressing systems barriers including access limitations, provider competency gaps, and cultural barriers that impact maternal health outcomes.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.

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Keywords: Collaboration, Conference proceedings, Indiana, Maternal health, Mental health, Models, Pennsylvania, Postpartum care, Quality improvement, State initiatives

Annotation: This resource workbook for healthcare providers addresses integrating mental health care into obstetric settings to improve outcomes for pregnant and postpartum people. It presents evidence-based guidance including universal screening recommendations for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder at multiple points during the perinatal period, with particular emphasis on screening for bipolar disorder prior to initiating antidepressant treatment due to risks of mania, psychosis, and suicide. The workbook advocates for behavioral health therapy as the priority treatment for mild to moderate conditions and stresses the importance of trauma-informed care, anti-racism training, and addressing social drivers of health to create safe environments for disclosure and treatment. It includes the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health Perinatal Mental Health Conditions patient safety bundle components organized into readiness, recognition and prevention, response, reporting and systems learning, and respectful care categories. The publication highlights Missouri data showing mental health conditions as the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths from 2018 to 2020, with suicide deaths doubling and all mental health-related deaths found to be preventable. Resources include screening tools, provider toolkits, educational materials, and information about the Missouri Maternal Health Access Project, a statewide perinatal psychiatry access program.

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Keywords: Mental health, Missouri, Obstetrical care, Perinatal care, Service integration, State Initiatives

Annotation: The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline Partner Toolkit is designed to help health care professionals and providers promote the 1-833-TLC-MAMA Hotline through various platforms such as newsletters, social media, workshops, and direct client services. The toolkit includes a range of social media graphics with different messages that can be adapted to reach specific community needs. These graphics are optimized for use on Facebook/X and Instagram. The toolkit also provides print materials, including flyers, wallet cards, and posters, in printer-ready formats. Flyers and posters are available in multiple versions and can be downloaded or ordered in 11" x 17" size from the Hotline Catalog page. Wallet cards are also available for download or order. These materials are intended for display in various settings such as community centers, places of worship, clinics, schools, and counseling offices to educate and inform help-seekers about the Hotline's services and support.

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Keywords: Maternal health, Media campaigns, Mental health, Postpartum depression

Annotation: This resource serves as a tool to help states develop and implement impactful policy solutions that strengthen youth mental health. It provides states with actionable solutions that can reduce the risk of mental health conditions, help youth build resistance, increase awareness and reduce mental health stigma, ensure access and affordability of quality treatment and care, and train and support caregivers and educators.

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Keywords: Adolescent mental health, Health promotion, Interventions, Mental health services, Policy development, State initiatives