Evidenced Based Screening and Interventions To Identify Maternal Psychiatric Diagnoses
Major
Nursing, BSN
Submission Type
Poster
Area of Study or Work
Nursing
Faculty Advisor
Cassandra Adkins
Location
CNS Atrium
Start Date
4-11-2026 11:15 AM
End Date
4-11-2026 12:30 PM
Abstract
There are several mental health conditions experienced by women during or after pregnancies and include postpartum psychosis, anxiety, and depression. These diagnoses put women and their infants at risk. As of 2022, 20% of postpartum deaths were due to suicide, making this the leading cause of maternal mortality. Inconsistent screenings, along with additional barriers such as mental health stigma and limited access to adequate care, increase the likelihood of worsening symptoms of postpartum mental health diagnoses and suicide-related outcomes during the perinatal period. This research evaluates current postpartum mental health screening practices and examines whether screening timing or frequency influences outcomes, such as early detection and reduced suicide-related mortality and effectiveness on maternal mental health outcomes. We will use the PRISMA guidelines, which allows for transparent reporting of the search process, study selection, and findings. Our review of this topic is currently in progress.
Evidenced Based Screening and Interventions To Identify Maternal Psychiatric Diagnoses
CNS Atrium
There are several mental health conditions experienced by women during or after pregnancies and include postpartum psychosis, anxiety, and depression. These diagnoses put women and their infants at risk. As of 2022, 20% of postpartum deaths were due to suicide, making this the leading cause of maternal mortality. Inconsistent screenings, along with additional barriers such as mental health stigma and limited access to adequate care, increase the likelihood of worsening symptoms of postpartum mental health diagnoses and suicide-related outcomes during the perinatal period. This research evaluates current postpartum mental health screening practices and examines whether screening timing or frequency influences outcomes, such as early detection and reduced suicide-related mortality and effectiveness on maternal mental health outcomes. We will use the PRISMA guidelines, which allows for transparent reporting of the search process, study selection, and findings. Our review of this topic is currently in progress.