Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Medication During Pregnancy

Did you know that perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are commonly experienced during pregnancy and the postpartum period? Research shows that approximately 19% of women experience perinatal depression and approximately 20% of women experience perinatal anxiety worldwide with rates being higher among individuals from marginalized communities. These rates increase greatly when we consider the presence of some symptoms as opposed to meeting full diagnostic criteria.

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