Washington: Mental health is an essential factor for overall health. If this ruba is degenerate, it also affects the overall health, including the physical health of the mother and her child.
In many countries, 1 in 5 new mothers experience a mental disorder, but unfortunately, the condition often goes untreated due to lack of awareness and early diagnosis.
Dr. Liana Wynn, a wellness physician and associate professor at George Washington University, reports that pregnant women who have untreated mental health problems are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, psychosis, and more. And other mental illnesses increase after childbirth.
Additionally, untreated mental disorders are associated with premature birth, low birth weight, sleep and breastfeeding complications, as well as developmental and cognitive problems for children.
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), 22.7 percent of pregnancy-related deaths are associated with poor maternal mental health. This is a crisis and urgent measures are needed to deal with it.
Talking about the treatment, Dr Liana said that there are various types of treatment available to treat postpartum depression and other mental disorders. Two types of treatments are more effective like psychotherapy and medication.
Psychotherapy involves the patient sharing his concerns with a psychologist. There are different types of this therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy. This approach usually helps patients identify and manage their own feelings.
Similarly, professional psychologists may prescribe anti-depressant medications along with therapy. Sometimes doctors add an additional medication based on symptoms, for example, people with anxiety may benefit more quickly if given a specific anxiety medication along with therapy.
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved two drugs that specifically treat postpartum depression. These medications are used for a shorter period of time than antidepressants and may be a good option for some women.
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