Interprofessional collaboration on mothers with perinatal mental health problems and disorders: A scoping review

Abstract

Perinatal mental health problem and disorder often occurs in women during pregnancy and two year postpartum. Types of perinatal mental health problems and disordes include perinatal depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, postpartum psychosis, postpartum blues, and postpartum depression. Treatment and care for mothers with perinatal mental health problems need to be well-coordinated by skilled interprofessional teams that work collaboratively. This study aims to mapping out scientific evidence based on published articles on interprofessional collaboration among mothers with perinatal mental health issues and disorders. This study used PRISMA-ScR with the PEO framework, three databases, and one grey literature. Articles were selected through Prisma Flowchart and Critical Appraisal using Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) and Mixed Method Appraisal Tool (MMAT). The literature search identified 10 out of 2441 articles, data charting was carried out on the ten selected articles to insert several points such as the aim of the research, authors, methodology, location, number of articles, and results of the research. Research which focus on interprofessional collaboration in managing perinatal mental health problems is very limited. The authors suggest future studies undergo a more comprehensive assessment and continued with integrated management of perinatal mental health problems and disorders. Collaborative practice skills are crucial in the future to support perinatal women who suffer from psychosocial pressures.