Exploration of How to Care for Pregnant Women With Psychiatric Illness-View Presentation

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In this video, Dr. Kimberly Yonkers from the Yale School of Medicine discusses strategies for managing pregnant women with psychiatric illnesses. She focuses on major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, and emphasizes the importance of continued treatment for these conditions during pregnancy. Dr. Yonkers addresses the risks and benefits of using antidepressant and antipsychotic medications during pregnancy, as well as the potential effects on the baby. She also discusses the use of mood stabilizers and antipsychotics in breastfeeding. Dr. Yonkers highlights the need for a balanced approach, taking into account the risks of the illness itself and the potential benefits of medication. She mentions the use of new treatments, such as allopregnanolone analogs, for postpartum depression. Dr. Yonkers emphasizes the importance of discussing these issues with patients, ensuring they have accurate information, and providing appropriate support throughout their pregnancy and postpartum period.

Keywords

pregnant women

psychiatric illnesses

managing

major depressive disorder

bipolar disorder

treatment during pregnancy

antidepressant medications

antipsychotic medications

effects on the baby

mood stabilizers

breastfeeding