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Multilingual Postpartum Depression Screening In Pediatric Community Health Clinics, Margo Cohen
Multilingual Postpartum Depression Screening In Pediatric Community Health Clinics, Margo Cohen
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Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this evidence-based project is to screen all mothers for postpartum depression at their infant’s 1-week, 1-month, 2-month, and 4-month well-child visits and to educate pediatric providers and mothers on the importance of early detection, referral and utilization of mental health services.
Background: Every year, 400,000 infants are born in the United States to mothers with depression, most of which have not been diagnosed or treated. The prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) among immigrant and low-income women following birth, is estimated to be as high as 22%. Despite their high rate of prevalence, recognition and treatment …