“Around the country, an estimated 1 in 7 pregnant women and new mothers become clinically depressed during pregnancy or postpartum. But their primary point of contact in the medical system — their obstetricians — often lack the skills to address this common problem. As a result, few women get a diagnosis or treatment. According to one study, less than 20% of women get treated. But luckily for the Ford family, Dr. Conlan had another resource to turn to. Recognizing the importance of the obstetrician’s relationship with pregnant patients and new moms, a statewide program in Massachusetts offers support to obstetricians and gynecologists in screening for and treating depression in pregnant women and new moms.”
Listen to the original reporting by NPR here:
‘A Lifeline’ For Doctors Helps Them Treat Postpartum Depression
