Depression in the Perinatal Period: Awareness, Attitudes and Knowledge in the Australian Population

Highet, Nicole; Gemmill, Alan W.; Milgrom, Jeannette

doi:10.3109/00048674.2010.547842

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“…A recent review of Australian and New Zealand longitudinal studies concluded that having a previous history of depression and a poor partner relationship were the two strongest predictors of perinatal mental health difficulties [38]. In this study, some women with APD might have been suffering with depression, and thus, family support and partners' support in the management of risk of APD are crucial [39]. Strategies similar to the toolkit developed to jointly address intimate partner violence and perinatal depression by the US Department of Health and Human Services (2013) could be adopted in Australia [40].…”

Section: Specific Supports and The Management Of Risk Of Apdmentioning

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Risk of antenatal psychosocial distress in indigenous women and its management at primary health care centres in Australia

Gausia

Thompson

Nagel

et al. 2015

General Hospital Psychiatry

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Section: Specific Supports and The Management Of Risk Of Apdmentioning

confidence: 87%

Risk of antenatal psychosocial distress in indigenous women and its management at primary health care centres in Australia

Gausia

Thompson

Nagel

et al. 2015

General Hospital Psychiatry

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“…Few studies have explored the public’s views of perinatal mental health [28], and none have done so in Canada. The purposes of this study were to identify the public’s views regarding mental health screening and treatment in pregnant and postpartum women, and to determine factors associated with those views.…”

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Public views of acceptability of perinatal mental health screening and treatment preference: a population based survey

Kingston

McDonald

Tough

et al. 2014

BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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BackgroundAt a prevalence rate of 13-25%, mental health problems are among the most common morbidities of the prenatal and postnatal periods. They have been associated with increased risk of preterm birth and low birthweight, child developmental delay, and poor child mental health. However, very few pregnant and postpartum women proactively seek help or engage in treatment and less than 15% receive needed mental healthcare. While system-related barriers limit accessibility and availability of mental health services, personal barriers, such as views of mental health and its treatment, are also cited as significant deterrents of obtaining mental healthcare. The purposes of this population-based study were to identify the public’s views regarding mental health screening and treatment in pregnant and postpartum women, and to determine factors associated with those views.MethodsA computer-assisted telephone survey was conducted by the Population Research Laboratory with a random sample of adults in Alberta, Canada. Questions were drawn from the Perinatal Depression Monitor, an Australian population-based survey on perinatal mental health; additional questions were developed and tested to reflect the Canadian context. Interviews were conducted in English and were less than 30 minutes in duration. Descriptive and multivariable regression analyses were conducted.ResultsAmong the 1207 respondents, 74.8% had post-secondary education, 16.3% were 18-34 years old, and two-thirds (66.1%) did not have children <18 years living at home. The majority of respondents strongly agreed/agreed that all women should be screened in the prenatal (63.0%) and postpartum periods (72.7%). Respondents reported that when seeking help and support their first choice would be a family doctor. Preferred treatments were talking to a doctor or midwife and counseling. Knowledge of perinatal mental health was the main factor associated with different treatment preferences.ConclusionsThe high acceptability of universal perinatal mental health screening among the public provides a strong message regarding the public value for routine screening during pregnancy and postpartum periods. Perinatal mental health literacy is the most prominent determinant of screening and treatment acceptability and preference. Efforts to enhance population literacy as part of a multifaceted perinatal mental health strategy may optimize pregnant and postpartum women’s mental health.

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“…Poor support from a male partner is thought to be amenable to change [95] which suggests that there may be value in developing services in this area for new and expectant fathers.…”

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The perinatal period: A literature review from the biopsychosocial perspective

Buultjens¹,

Murphy²,

Robinson³

et al. 2013

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This review paper presents research findings relating to physical, biological, social and psychological factors as they influence maternal and child health across the perinatal period. Taking a public health perspective, the paper also identifies best opportunities for service development to improve population health. Important gaps in our research knowledge about optimal maternal and child health are identified. The review concludes by highlighting the area of social support as a highly recommended priority for service development within maternal and child health.

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Depression in the Perinatal Period: Awareness, Attitudes and Knowledge in the Australian Population

Cited by 64 publications

References 35 publications

Risk of antenatal psychosocial distress in indigenous women and its management at primary health care centres in Australia

Risk of antenatal psychosocial distress in indigenous women and its management at primary health care centres in Australia

Public views of acceptability of perinatal mental health screening and treatment preference: a population based survey

The perinatal period: A literature review from the biopsychosocial perspective

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