About this Research Topic
Perinatal substance use is a pressing issue that significantly impacts maternal mental health. This Research Topic aims to delve into the psychiatric and mental health aspects of perinatal substance use, exploring its effects on mothers during pregnancy and the postpartum period. We seek to examine the interplay between substance use and mental health disorders, understand the underlying mechanisms, and identify effective interventions to support maternal mental health.
This Research Topic seeks to enhance our understanding of the psychiatric and mental health dimensions of perinatal substance use. By bringing together interdisciplinary and translational research, we aim to foster comprehensive approaches to improve maternal mental health and provide effective support for mothers facing substance use challenges.
We invite submissions on the following topics (including but not limited to):
Prevalence and Patterns
- Epidemiology of substance use among pregnant and postpartum persons.
- Patterns of co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use.
- Use of new products in the market and medical reasons of use.
- Social determinants of substance use during pregnancy.
Psychiatric and Psychological Mechanisms
- The impact of substance use on maternal mental health, including depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders.
- Psychological factors contributing to substance use during the perinatal period.
- Neurobiological and epigenetic mechanisms linking substance use and mental health disorders.
Impact on Maternal Mental Health
- Short-term and long-term mental health outcomes for pregnant persons who use substances.
- The relationship between perinatal substance use and postpartum depression.
- The effects of substance use on maternal stress, coping mechanisms, and overall well-being.
- Impact of substance use in pregnancy outcomes.
Interventions and Treatments
- Mental health-focused preventive strategies and interventions to reduce perinatal substance use.
- Efficacy of integrated treatment programs addressing both substance use and mental health disorders.
- Support systems and therapeutic approaches for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders.
- Structural interventions reducing the impact of substance use during pregnancy.
- Personalized interventions for substance use prevention and treatment during pregnancy.
Policy and Public Health Implications
- Ethical and legal considerations surrounding substance use and maternal mental health.
- Public health policies aimed at supporting maternal mental health in the context of substance use.
- The role of healthcare providers in identifying and managing perinatal substance use and related mental health issues.
- Impact of legislation on the mental health and substance use and mental health of pregnant persons.
This Research Topic seeks to enhance our understanding of the psychiatric and mental health dimensions of perinatal substance use. By bringing together interdisciplinary and translational research, we aim to foster comprehensive approaches to improve maternal mental health and provide effective support for mothers facing substance use challenges.
We invite submissions on the following topics (including but not limited to):
Prevalence and Patterns
- Epidemiology of substance use among pregnant and postpartum persons.
- Patterns of co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use.
- Use of new products in the market and medical reasons of use.
- Social determinants of substance use during pregnancy.
Psychiatric and Psychological Mechanisms
- The impact of substance use on maternal mental health, including depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders.
- Psychological factors contributing to substance use during the perinatal period.
- Neurobiological and epigenetic mechanisms linking substance use and mental health disorders.
Impact on Maternal Mental Health
- Short-term and long-term mental health outcomes for pregnant persons who use substances.
- The relationship between perinatal substance use and postpartum depression.
- The effects of substance use on maternal stress, coping mechanisms, and overall well-being.
- Impact of substance use in pregnancy outcomes.
Interventions and Treatments
- Mental health-focused preventive strategies and interventions to reduce perinatal substance use.
- Efficacy of integrated treatment programs addressing both substance use and mental health disorders.
- Support systems and therapeutic approaches for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders.
- Structural interventions reducing the impact of substance use during pregnancy.
- Personalized interventions for substance use prevention and treatment during pregnancy.
Policy and Public Health Implications
- Ethical and legal considerations surrounding substance use and maternal mental health.
- Public health policies aimed at supporting maternal mental health in the context of substance use.
- The role of healthcare providers in identifying and managing perinatal substance use and related mental health issues.
- Impact of legislation on the mental health and substance use and mental health of pregnant persons.
Keywords: SUD, perinatal, pregnancy, postpartum, substance use, addiction, treatment, management
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