Postpartum Depression: Recognizing and Treating this Complex Maternal Mental Health Condition

Target Audience:

Physicians, nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners, behavioral health providers, peer recovery coaches, community health workers and those who may be caring for pregnant and postpartum people.

Objectives:

By the end of this presentation, participants should be able to:

• Describe the etiology of postpartum depression.
• List common signs and symptoms of postpartum depression.
• Discuss methods of treatment and interventions for patient care and support.
• Identify communication and care techniques to improve patient experience through a professional case study.

Speakers:

Meredith Bentley, DO
Board Certified Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor, Marshall University
 
Kayla Mullin, MA, LPC, AADC, PMH-C
Owner/Therapist, Montani Mental Health, Morgantown
Co-Chair, PSI-WV chapter
Chair, MMHAC Provider Education Committee
Chair, MMHAC Community Awareness and Patient Education Committee
 
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