Perinatal mental health includes a variety of different disorders and maternal illness experiences during pregnancy and up to 12 months after birth. During this period around 1-in-5 women experience a mental health problem, such as an anxiety disorder (e.g. Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), depression, or an episode of psychosis. It is clear from existing research that early detection of these problems remains crucial to avoid exacerbation of symptoms and achieve positive health and behavior outcomes for both mother and baby. In the context of COVID-19, emerging evidence indicates an increase in the incidence rates for perinatal mental health problems during the pandemic. Such reported increases exert further pressure on families and health and social care services. Furthermore, these reports act to highlight the essential need for up-to-date research to inform clinical practice and treatment.
We are therefore delighted to announce a call for submissions to the forthcoming “Neurological and clinical aspects of Perinatal Mental Health” Research Topic. This Research Topic will showcase contemporary views and evidence spanning biological, psychological, and social aspects of Perinatal Mental Health. The collection will cover the latest evidence on neurological structures, approaches to clinical identification, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to manage Perinatal Mental Health. To include a broad range of disorders from anxiety in the antenatal stage to post-partum psychosis.
We are seeking to achieve diversity in this collection in terms of context, population, methodology, and manuscript type. Original Research, systematic Reviews, Mini-Reviews, and Opinion pieces on various topics related to Perinatal Mental Health are encouraged. We would be delighted to receive submissions from established academics and early career researchers alike.
Topics of interest include;
• Exploring neurobiological aspects of perinatal mental health
• The prevalence of perinatal mental health and associated factors
• Advancements in detection, screening and diagnosis of perinatal mental health problems
• Latest evidence of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to improve perinatal mental health outcomes
Perinatal mental health includes a variety of different disorders and maternal illness experiences during pregnancy and up to 12 months after birth. During this period around 1-in-5 women experience a mental health problem, such as an anxiety disorder (e.g. Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), depression, or an episode of psychosis. It is clear from existing research that early detection of these problems remains crucial to avoid exacerbation of symptoms and achieve positive health and behavior outcomes for both mother and baby. In the context of COVID-19, emerging evidence indicates an increase in the incidence rates for perinatal mental health problems during the pandemic. Such reported increases exert further pressure on families and health and social care services. Furthermore, these reports act to highlight the essential need for up-to-date research to inform clinical practice and treatment.
We are therefore delighted to announce a call for submissions to the forthcoming “Neurological and clinical aspects of Perinatal Mental Health” Research Topic. This Research Topic will showcase contemporary views and evidence spanning biological, psychological, and social aspects of Perinatal Mental Health. The collection will cover the latest evidence on neurological structures, approaches to clinical identification, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to manage Perinatal Mental Health. To include a broad range of disorders from anxiety in the antenatal stage to post-partum psychosis.
We are seeking to achieve diversity in this collection in terms of context, population, methodology, and manuscript type. Original Research, systematic Reviews, Mini-Reviews, and Opinion pieces on various topics related to Perinatal Mental Health are encouraged. We would be delighted to receive submissions from established academics and early career researchers alike.
Topics of interest include;
• Exploring neurobiological aspects of perinatal mental health
• The prevalence of perinatal mental health and associated factors
• Advancements in detection, screening and diagnosis of perinatal mental health problems
• Latest evidence of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to improve perinatal mental health outcomes