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Mission of PSI - ANSWER-The global network of individuals and organizations dedicated to increase awareness of mental health related to childbearing. When was and by who was PSI founded - ANSWER-1987 by Jane Honikman Father of Medicine - ANSWER-Hippocrates 460BC Louis Victor Marce' - ANSWE...

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Mission of PSI - ANSWER-The global network of individuals and organizations dedicated to increase
awareness of mental health related to childbearing.



When was and by who was PSI founded - ANSWER-1987 by Jane Honikman



Father of Medicine - ANSWER-Hippocrates 460BC



Louis Victor Marce' - ANSWER-French Psychiatrist who wrote the first treatise on puerperal mental
illness in 1858.



What were some early classification of PMADs - ANSWER-Postpartum fever, agitation, paralysis, and
sensory deficits



Marce' Society - ANSWER-An organization that focuses on research and works closely with PSI



James A. Hamilton, MD, PhD - ANSWER-(1907-1977)

20th century's father of postpartum psychiatric illness.

Author of Landmark book Postpartum Psychiatric Problems

Founder of Marce' Society (1980)

Advocate of research, treatment, and social support movement



What year did the DSM include specifiers - ANSWER-1994 - classified PPD as occurring within 4
weeks after birth



Who said, "The support groups represent the most significant and useful aspect of the renaissance in
the recognition and treatment of postpartum illness." - ANSWER-James Hamilton, MD, PhD- 2nd
annual PSI Conference Princeton, NJ June 24, 1988

,Which social support group leaders formed PSI in 1987? - ANSWER-Association for Post Natal Illness
(APNI), England

Depression After Delivery (DAD), USA

Pacific Post Partum Support Society, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Post and Ante Natal Depression Association (PANDA), Melbourne, Australia

Postpartum Education for Parents (PEP), Santa Barbara, CA, USA



PSI Statement on Social Support - ANSWER-"Social Support is essential to assure the mental health of
women, children and their families during pregnancy and the postpartum period."



How many counties does PSI have members? - ANSWER-Over 40 countries



PSI Facts - ANSWER-Only worldwide organization representing the support groups that play a
significant role in the prevention and treatment of maternal mental illness.



PSI unites the professionals and social support groups with the consumers who uses our member's
expertise.



What is PSI's mission? - ANSWER-"To promote awareness, prevention and treatment of maternal
mental health issues related to childbearing in every community worldwide.



What are PSI's Objectives? - ANSWER-Perinatal Mental Health Awareness

Support to all families

Collaboration and partnerships

Public Policy and Advocacy

Education and training



PSI Components - ANSWER-PSI Social Support Network of trained volunteers around the world
offering support and local resources

Toll free helpline 800-944-4773 offers support to women and families, in English and Spanish

Online support groups

Chat with Experts- Toll free telephone support service facilitated by PSI expert member

,According to PSI, What are the needs of Childbearing women? - ANSWER-1. A companion or
advocate to provide support during pregnancy, birth, and the first year of postpartum.

2. Supportive professionals who are knowledgeable about mental health and will access help for a
patient with a mood disorder.

3. Having a time and place to talk about pregnancy, the birth, and the continuing postpartum
experience.



Why are PMADs important? - ANSWER-Tragic Consequences affecting society:

Relationship problems/divorce

Disability/unemployment

Child neglect and abuse

Developmental delays/behavioral problems

Infanticide/Homicide/Suicide



How many women experience PPD? - ANSWER-Up to 21%



How many experience depression/anxiety during pregnancy? - ANSWER-20%



What is the Perinatal period? - ANSWER-The entire time frame from pregnancy through the first year
after giving birth.



In PMAD, What are the mood disorders? - ANSWER-Depression and bipolar disorder



In PMAD, what are the anxiety disorders? - ANSWER-GAD, panic, OCD, and PTSD



What are common psychological and physical changes during the postpartum period? - ANSWER-
Focus on baby/forming attachment

Fatigue/sleep deprivation

Loss of freedom, control, and self-esteem

Hormonal changes

Birth not going as expected

Learning new skills

Role transitions

, Dreams and expectations

Facing fears and feelings

Renegotiating responsibilities and relationships

Relying on support systems

Insecurities about parenting abilities

Establishing feeding practices

Physical healing from labor/delivery

Feelings of loss



What are some common practical barriers to treatment? - ANSWER-Cost of treatment

Limited time

Loss of pay from work

Poor access or transportation

Childcare

Provider and consumer ignorance



What are some psychological barriers to treatment? - ANSWER-Illness itself

Fear of medication

Being overly self-reliant

Lack of information

Denial, ignorance

Opposition or fear of treatment

Inadequate support



What are some common social barriers to treatment? - ANSWER-Social stigma

Teen pregnancy

Poor treatment regally network

Cultural/faith beliefs

Health disparities



What are some racism and health disparities? - ANSWER-Racism

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