Episode 58: Hot Topics Mini-Series - Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

In this episode, we speak with Danielle Dawes, a women’s health nurse practitioner at Stanford University about perinatal mental health and how it is diagnosed. We also discuss the stigma associated with the conditions that fall under the umbrella of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, which refers to “a mental health disorder experienced during pregnancy, after having a new baby, adopting, or experiencing pregnancy/infant loss." Our conversation includes screening tools and resources to help patients. Additionally, Danielle shares various treatment options available to patients, including non-pharmacological strategies, such as exercise, meditation, proper sleep hygiene and more.

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