Types of PMADs
This PMAD is characterized by extreme sadness, anxiety, or exhaustion that makes it difficult for a new mother to cope with daily life.
What is postpartum depression?
Persistent feelings of worthlessness or guilt are common in this PMAD
What is postpartum depression?
A history of this mental health condition can increase the risk of developing PMADs.
What is depression or anxiety?
This type of support involves actively listening and validating the parent's feelings without judgment.
What is emotional support?
This disorder involves sudden and intense fears that can be disabling and may include panic attacks.
What is postpartum anxiety?
A person who experiences frequent, intense worry about their baby’s health might be suffering from this disorder.
What is postpartum anxiety?
Experiencing a traumatic birth or having a preterm baby can be risk factors for this disorder.
What is postpartum depression?
Encouraging a new parent to join a support group can provide this type of help.
What is peer support?
This severe form of PMAD can include hallucinations and delusions and requires immediate medical attention.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Seeing or hearing things that aren’t there could be a sign of this severe PMAD.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Lack of this crucial support system can increase the likelihood of developing PMADs.
What is social support?
Helping a new parent find this professional can be crucial for addressing severe PMADs.
What is a mental health professional or therapist?
This disorder includes obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that interfere with daily functioning.
What is obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Frequent intrusive, disturbing thoughts about harming the baby are often seen in this PMAD.
What is OCD in the postpartum period?
This type of stressor, related to financial or relationship issues, can heighten the risk of PMADs.
What are significant life stressors?
This strategy involves helping the parent set small, manageable goals to improve their well-being.
What is goal setting?
This symptom involves severe mood swings that can affect a new mother’s daily life and interactions
What is postpartum depression with mood swings?
Having a family history of mental illness is a risk factor for developing this PMAD.
What is postpartum psychosis?