Purpose To compare the predictive validity of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
(EPDS) and other tools for screening depression in pregnant and postpartum women …

Approximately one billion individuals suffer from mental health disorders, such as
depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety. Mental health professionals use …

Background Uncertainty remains regarding the validity of screening tools to detect common
mental disorders (CMDs) during perinatal periods. This umbrella review aims to provide an …

Perinatal depression (PND) is a significant contributor to maternal morbidity globally.
Recognized as a major cause of poor infant development, epidemiological and …

Background: The ever-increasing pressure on health care systems has resulted in the
underrecognition of perinatal mental disorders. Digital mental health tools such as apps …

Although there is considerable evidence showing that the prevention of mental illnesses and
adverse outcomes and mental health promotion can help people lead better and more …

Background Frontline healthcare professionals who provide regular care to women in the
antenatal and postnatal period play a critical role in the early detection and management of …

Background Mental health conditions are common during pregnancy and the first year after
childbirth. Early detection allows timely support and treatment to be offered, but identifying …

Introduction In sub-Saharan Africa, pregnant and postpartum women with mental health
problems are often missed in healthcare systems. To address this, a practical and simple …

Introduction The situation for women experiencing mental health problems during
pregnancy and postpartum in rural India is critical: a high burden of disease, a high …