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Masters GA, Yuan Y, Li NC, Straus J, Moore Simas TA, Byatt N. Improving front-line clinician capacity to address depression and bipolar disorder among perinatal individuals: a longitudinal analysis of the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program (MCPAP) for Moms. Arch Womens Ment Health 2023; 26:401-410. [PMID: 37188798 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-023-01324-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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Perinatal mood disorders (PMDs) are common, yet many patients are undertreated. The Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program (MCPAP) for Moms is designed to increase clinicians' willingness to address PMDs. We examined utilization of MCPAP for Moms and associations with PMDs treatment, including the more complex bipolar disorder (BD). Analyses of MCPAP for Moms data examined utilization from 7/2014 to 6/2020 and associated treatment outcomes. Participants were clinicians (n = 1006) in obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, and pediatrics. Encounters included (1) resource and referrals and (2) psychiatric consultations (program psychiatrist consultation with clinicians or patients). Utilization sub-groups were identified using group-based trajectory modeling. Higher utilization of MCPAP for Moms was associated with increased rates of treating PMDs (incidence rate ratio [IRR] = 1.07, 95% CI: 1.06-1.07). Examining by encounter type, psychiatric consultations resulted in more frequent rates of clinicians treating PMDs than resource and referral encounters. Utilization of direct patient consultation was associated with the greatest increase in rates of clinicians treating BD (IRR = 2.12, 95% CI: 1.82-2.41). Clinicians with highest utilization rates of psychiatric consultations longitudinally had strongest predictive associations with providing direct mental healthcare to patients with BD (IRR = 13.5, 95% CI: 4.2-43.2). Utilization of MCPAP for Moms facilitates clinicians' ability to provide mental health treatment to patients.
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- Grace A Masters
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA.
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- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
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- Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership, Beacon Health Options, Boston, MA, USA
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- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- UMass Memorial Health Care, Worcester, MA, USA
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- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA
- UMass Memorial Health Care, Worcester, MA, USA
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Grussu P, Quatraro RM, Alderdice F, Jorizzo GJ. Routine E-Screening for Perinatal Mental Health During the COVID-19 Emergency: Beyond the Instrument Cut-Off Points. Matern Child Health J 2022; 26:2357-2361. [PMID: 36198852 PMCID: PMC9534459 DOI: 10.1007/s10995-022-03468-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The COVID-19 pandemic represents a significant risk factor for mental distress in perinatal women. Assessment for mental health issues should therefore be an integral part of safeguarding health at every stage of pregnancy and postpartum. Considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the planning of healthcare services locally, it is important to employ information-gathering techniques such as seeking feedback from both patients and staff. E-screening conforms to stay-at-home COVID restrictions and can improve the efficiency of mental healthcare. The symptomatologic levels indicated by the cut-off points, as well as the real time concerns expressed by perinatal women through open questions, are valuable on many levels. Future studies are needed not only on the sensitivity of the e-screening routines in the context of daily clinical practice, but also on the deeper meaning of the personal concerns reported in e-screening open questions in both positive and negative screening environments.
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- Pietro Grussu
- Consultorio Familiare, South Padua District, Azienda ULSS 6 Euganea, Via San Fermo 10, 35042, Este, PD, Italy.
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- Department of Population Health, National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit, Nuffield, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.,School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queens University Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
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- Prenatal Medicine, Azienda ULSS 6 Euganea, Veneto Region, National Health Service, Padua, Italy
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Chorwe-Sungani G, Mwagomba M, Chirwa E, Jere D, Chipps J. Acceptability and feasibility of a screening protocol for antenatal depression (SPADe) in Blantyre District, Malawi. BMC Psychiatry 2022; 22:544. [PMID: 35953774 PMCID: PMC9371629 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-022-04195-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Depression is one of the most common perinatal mental health problems that affect pregnant women. Antenatal depression can adversely affect the well-being of the pregnant woman and her foetus. Depression is rarely detected by midwives due to the unavailability of relevant screening instruments in Malawi. A Screening Protocol for Antenatal Depression (SPADe) was developed and recommended for possible use to screen for depression in antenatal clinics in the country. The acceptability and feasibility of using the SPADe protocol to screen for depression has not been established. The aim of this study was to assess the acceptability and feasibility of screening for depression by midwives using SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre district. METHODS This study used a quantitative survey design to collect data among 60 midwives in three antenatal clinics in primary care settings. All inclusive sampling of all 60 midwives were used. The Structured Assessment of FEasibility and Ottawa Acceptability of Decision Rules Instruments were used to collect the data. Descriptive statistics and Chi square tests were used to analyse the data. RESULTS This study found that it was feasible to implement SPADe and the following enablers for screening depression had the highest ratings: the SPADe is applicable to pregnant women (M = 3.9, sd = 0.4); the intended goal of the SPADe matches the prioritised goals of Malawi Ministry of Health (M = 3.9, sd = 0.5); and the SPADe is likely to be effective (M = 3.8, sd = 0.6). On the other hand, barriers for implementing the SPADe were: the need for specific training to deliver the SPADe (M = 3.7, sd = 0.7); ongoing support and supervision (M = 3.5, sd = 0.8); and additional resources (M = 3.0, sd = 0.9). This study also found that the implementation of the SPADe was acceptable to respondents. The overall mean score for respondents on acceptability of screening antenatal depression using SPADe was found to be high (M = 4.6, sd = 0.6). However the differences in the respondents' mean scores on acceptability of screening for depression in antenatal clinics using SPADe in relation to their demographic characteristics were not significant (p > .05). CONCLUSION This study suggests that midwives feel that it is feasible and acceptable for them to implement the SPADe in antenatal clinics with ongoing training, support and clinical supervision.
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- District Nursing Officer, Blantyre District Health and Social Office, Chipatala Avenue, Blantyre, Malawi
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- Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, School of Maternal Neonatal and Reproductive Health, P/Bag 360, Blantyre, Malawi
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- Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, School of Nursing, P/Bag 360, Blantyre, Malawi
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- University of the Western Cape, School of Nursing, Private Bag X17, Bellville, 7535, South Africa
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Faisal-Cury A, Ziebold C, Rodrigues DMDO, Matijasevich A. Depression underdiagnosis: Prevalence and associated factors. A population-based study. J Psychiatr Res 2022; 151:157-165. [PMID: 35486997 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2022.04.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2022] [Revised: 04/01/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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UNLABELLED Despite its high prevalence and negative consequences, depression is often underdiagnosed. We aimed to estimate the prevalence and sociodemographic and health related factors associated with depression underdiagnosis among a nationally representative population-based sample in Brazil. METHOD We used data from 70,806 participants (15-107 years old) of the Brazilian National Survey (PNS 2019). Depression underdiagnosis was considered for participants with a Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) score >9 and with no diagnosis made by a health provider. Logistic regression models were performed to assess the crude and adjusted association between depression underdiagnosis and sociodemographic and health related factors. Population attributable risk fractions were calculated for significant predictors. RESULTS The prevalence of depression (according the PHQ-9) was 11.2% (IC95% 10.8:11.7). Depression underdiagnosis prevalence was 63.6% (IC95% 62.0%:65.2%) and was more frequent among male, elderly population, those with lower income, lower schooling, living in the North/Central region of the country, with best health perception, lower number of chronic disease and medical appointments. A significant percentage of depression underdiagnosed cases in Brazil in 2019 would be prevent by improving education (10.18%), income (3.99%), access to health visits (5.59%) and addressing barriers for depression diagnosis among males (5.44%), elderlies (3.32%), and population from the North region (8.29%). CONCLUSION(S) depression underdiagnosis is common in Brazil. Preventive measures should target the sociodemographic and health related factors associated with depression underdiagnosis.
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- Alexandre Faisal-Cury
- Departamento de Medicina Preventiva, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Medicina Preventiva, Faculdade de Medicina FMUSP, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Byatt N, Masters GA, Twyman J, Hunt A, Hamad C, Maslin M, Moore Simas TA. Building Obstetric Provider Capacity to Address Perinatal Depression Through Online Training. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2021; 30:1386-1394. [PMID: 33835884 PMCID: PMC8590156 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2020.8843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: Perinatal depression is common, underdiagnosed, and undertreated. Obstetric providers often do not receive training in perinatal depression, despite being the frontline providers for perinatal individuals. The objective of this study was to develop and pilot test an online training module to assess feasibility, efficacy, and acceptance in improving obstetric providers' knowledge, skills, and practices regarding perinatal depression. Materials and Methods: We designed, developed, and implemented an online, asynchronous, interactive educational module that trains obstetric providers to: (1) know the prevalence and impact of perinatal depression; (2) use validated tools for depression screening; (3) assess for depression; and (4) start and/or refer for treatment. Formative evaluation with five providers, iterative module and question refinement, and a pilot test with pre- and post-test knowledge and self-efficacy questions were conducted. Results: Sixteen obstetric providers averaged a 32% improvement in their pre- to post-test scores (p < 0.01). The average pretest score was 49% (range 20%-70%), and the average post-test score was 81% (range 70%-95%). Provider beliefs (p = 0.01), self-efficacy (p < 0.01), and confidence (p < 0.01) in treating perinatal depression were also significantly increased between pre- and post-test. Average Likert scores on overall training satisfaction were very high post-training completion (4.44 out of 5, with 5 being most positive). Conclusions: The module was feasible and effective at improving provider knowledge of perinatal depression, self-rated confidence, and self-efficacy. Improving the knowledge and skills of obstetric providers regarding depression is a critical part of any intervention aimed to close gaps in care and help ensure that patients receive optimal treatment.
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- Nancy Byatt
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
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- Hunt Consulting Associates, Logan, Utah, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
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Are pregnant women at higher risk of depression underdiagnosis? J Affect Disord 2021; 283:192-197. [PMID: 33561799 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2021.01.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Revised: 01/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND we aim to estimate the prevalence of depression underdiagnosis among women and whether pregnant women are at higher risk STUDY DESIGN: we used data from the Brazilian National Survey (PNS 2013), a population-based study. All 22.455 women (18-49 years old) answered the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and a questionnaire with sociodemographic, obstetric and clinical data. There were 2.605 (2.491 non-pregnant and 114 pregnant women) depressed women (PHQ-9 >8)with a clinical diagnosis of depression, in the last 30 days. Classification of depression underdiagnosis was made using the comparison between results obtained from the self-referred question evaluating clinical diagnosis of depression by providers and the results of the PHQ-9 application. Women with a PHQ-9 score > 8 and with a "No" answer in the clinical question were classified as depression underdiagnosis. Logistic regression models were performed to obtain crude and adjusted odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CI) RESULTS: Depression underdiagnosis prevalence was 71.2% and was more frequent among pregnant women in comparison with non-pregnant women (88.1% vs 68.0%; p = 0.002). In the adjusted analysis, being pregnant was significantly associated with depression underdiagnosis (aOR 3.55, 95% CI 1.66:7.60). Nonwhite skin color women were also at higher risk of depression underdiagnosis (aOR 1.53, 95% CI 1.09:2.14). LIMITATIONS the cross-sectional design and the lack of medical records data about assessment of mental health CONCLUSION(S): in Brazil, depression underdiagnosis by providers is prevalent and pregnant women and minority women are at higher risk of not receiving a correct mental health diagnosis.
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Mohsin S, Waqas A, Atif N, Rabbani MW, Ali Khan S, Bilal S, Sharif M, Bibi A, Sikander S. Accuracy of Community Informant Led Detection of Maternal Depression in Rural Pakistan. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:1075. [PMID: 33530396 PMCID: PMC7908615 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18031075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2020] [Revised: 12/28/2020] [Accepted: 12/30/2020] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Maternal depression is a global mental health and a public health priority. Despite the priority its active detection is still a challenge. We tested the accuracy of an adapted version of Community Informant Detection Tool for Maternal Depression (CIDT-MD) in rural settings of Pakistan. Using a single stage design, trained community informants (lady health workers and lay peers) identified women (pregnant and/or with children) with symptoms of probable depression using CIDT-MD. This was immediately followed by diagnostic interviews of all the women using the Structured Clinical Interview for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (SCID-V) for current major depressive episode by trained assessors, blinded to the outcome of CIDT-MD. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (Version 25.0, IBM Corp., Armonk, NY, USA) and FACTOR software (Version. 10.3.01, Virgili University, Tarragona, Spain). Descriptive statistics, factor analysis, validity, reliability and known group validity was conducted to evaluate the psychometric properties of the adapted CIDT-MD. In all, 425 women, with mean age of 28 years (SD = 4.7), participated. Nearly 10% were illiterate, while the rest (90%) had an education ranging from eight to 15 years of schooling. The majority (73.2%) of the participants had 1-3 children while only 17.4% had >3 children. The sensitivity and specificity of CIDT-MD in detecting depressive symptoms was 97.5% (95% CI: 94.2-99.1) and 82.4% (95% CI: 77.8-86.4) respectively. It's positive predictive value (PPV), 77.3% (95% CI: 72.9-81.2) and the negative predictive value (NPV) was 98.17% (95% CI: 95.7-99.2). While factor analysis revealed high inter-item correlation for most items (0.62-0.77) with an adequately fair Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) sampling adequacy (0.73), significant Bartlett's test of sphericity (p < 0.001). Uni-dimensionality for the CIDT-MD based on one-dimensional congruence (0.97), explained common variance (0.85), excellent internal consistency (0.90), good criterion validity (Area Under Curve = 81%), tester-test reliability (0.87-0.89) and statistically significant known group analysis (p < 0.001). The adapted version of the Community Informant Detection Tool for Maternal Depression is a valid and a reliable tool for active case detection of maternal depression in rural settings of Pakistan.
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- Shamaila Mohsin
- Department of Community Medicine, Army Medical College, University of Medical Sciences, Punjab 46000, Pakistan
- Department of Public Health, Health Services Academy, Opposite National Institute of Health, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan;
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- Institute of Population Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool L69 3BX, UK;
- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Behavioral Sciences, Shifa College of Medicine, Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan;
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- Department of Public Health, Health Services Academy, Opposite National Institute of Health, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan;
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- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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- Department of Public Health, Health Services Academy, Opposite National Institute of Health, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan;
- Institute of Population Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool L69 3BX, UK;
- Human Development Research Foundation, Punjab 46000, Pakistan; (N.A.); (S.B.); (M.S.); (A.B.)
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Chorwe-Sungani G, Mwagomba M, Kulisewa K, Chirwa E, Jere D, Chipps J. Protocol for assessing feasibility, acceptability and fidelity of screening for antenatal depression (FAFSAD) by midwives in Blantyre District, Malawi. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2021; 7:32. [PMID: 33494838 PMCID: PMC7836563 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-021-00775-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2020] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background Depression is often underdiagnosed by treating health professionals. This is a situation in Malawi where there is no routine screening of depression at antenatal clinics. Recently, a Screening Protocol for Antenatal Depression (SPADe) that can be used by midwives to screen for antenatal depression was developed in Blantyre District. SPADe proposes multistage screening of antenatal depression by midwives which may enable early detection and treatment of pregnant women with depression. Proper treatment of antenatal depression can assist in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, utilisation of SPADe in clinical practice to screening for depression in antenatal clinics has not been established yet. Therefore, the primary aim of this study is to assess feasibility of screening for depression by midwives using SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District. The secondary aim was to assess acceptability and fidelity of screening for depression by midwives using SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District. Methods This will be a feasibility study which will consist of scientific investigations that will support movement of evidence-based, effective health care approach, SPADe, from the clinical knowledge base into routine use. This study will consist three phases: phase 1 will introduce SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District where screening of depression is almost none existent; phase 2 will implement screening of depression using SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District; and phase 3 will evaluate the screening of antenatal depression using SPADe to establish its feasibility, acceptability and fidelity in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District. Discussion This study will establish and document feasibility, acceptability and fidelity of screening for depression by midwives using SPADe in antenatal clinics in Blantyre District. It is expected that midwives will develop more confidence in detecting and dealing with antenatal depression. Consequently, there will be increased numbers of pregnant women detected with depression by midwives and increased accessibility to mental health care by pregnant women in antenatal clinics. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40814-021-00775-6.
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- Genesis Chorwe-Sungani
- Kamuzu College of Nursing, University of Malawi, Chipatala Avenue, P. O. Box 415, Blantyre, Malawi.
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- Blantyre District Health Office, Chipatala Avenue, P/Bag 66, Blantyre, Malawi
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- College of Medicine, University of Malawi, Mahatma Ghandi Rd, P/Bag, 360, Blantyre, Malawi
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- Kamuzu College of Nursing, University of Malawi, Chipatala Avenue, P. O. Box 415, Blantyre, Malawi
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- Kamuzu College of Nursing, University of Malawi, Chipatala Avenue, P. O. Box 415, Blantyre, Malawi
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- University of the Western Cape, Robert Sobukwe Rd, Bellville, Cape Town, 7535, South Africa
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Depression Screening in a Primary Care Setting: Examining Perceptions and Experiences of English- and Spanish-Speaking Patients. J Clin Psychol Med Settings 2020; 28:584-595. [PMID: 33113042 DOI: 10.1007/s10880-020-09746-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Depression is highly prevalent in primary care settings, but screening rates remain sub-optimal and patients' screening perspectives are poorly understood. This study examined depression screening experiences and beliefs among primary care patients (N = 100, Mage = 51.9, SD = 17.03, 49% Spanish speakers). Participants completed a survey regarding screening experiences, stigma concerns, and perceptions of screening-related importance, barriers, and concerns. While 83% of participants were screened for depression, only 44.6% had screening results explained. Levels of depression treatment-related stigma concerns were low, with English speakers endorsing higher levels of such concerns. Importance and barriers of screening scores were significantly, negatively correlated rs = - .52, p < .001. Patients' self-identification as 'long-standing' to the clinic was associated with greater endorsed screening concerns t(98) = - 2.08, p < .05. Results suggest that improved understanding of patients' screening-related perceptions and experiences is critical to ensuring delivery of quality care. Communication practices around screening should be studied, reviewed, and revised to ensure the success of screening efforts.
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Forder PM, Rich J, Harris S, Chojenta C, Reilly N, Austin MP, Loxton D. Honesty and comfort levels in mothers when screened for perinatal depression and anxiety. Women Birth 2020; 33:e142-e150. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2019.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2019] [Revised: 03/13/2019] [Accepted: 04/02/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Perinatal depression is common and can have deleterious effects on mothers, infants, children, partners, and families. Despite this, few women who screen positive for depression receive psychiatric treatment. A comprehensive perinatal depression care pathway includes: (1) screening, (2) assessment, (3) triage and referral, (4) treatment access, (5) treatment initiation, (6) symptom monitoring, and (7) adaptation of treatment based on measurement until symptoms remit. This depression care pathway provides a scaffold on which to frame the challenges encountered when, and the opportunities that exist for, addressing depression in obstetric settings. Comprehensive interventions that address each step on the care pathway are needed to support obstetric practices in providing high-quality, evidence-based, effective treatment including pro-active follow-up for depression management. Despite recent attention being brought to, and significant progress in the field of maternal mental health, gaps in care persist. Ultimately, depression care needs to be fully integrated into obstetric care. Additionally, more targeted maternal mental health support and structure are needed for integration to occur and ultimately be optimized. Specific areas requiring more attention include consistency of screening, evaluation of patients with a positive depression screen for bipolar disorder, anxiety or substance use disorders, and monitoring of symptom improvement.
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- Nancy Byatt
- a Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Department of Psychiatry , University of Massachusetts Medical School , Worcester , MA , USA.,b Department of Quantitative Health Sciences , UMass Memorial Health Care , Worcester , MA , USA
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- a Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Department of Psychiatry , University of Massachusetts Medical School , Worcester , MA , USA
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- a Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Department of Psychiatry , University of Massachusetts Medical School , Worcester , MA , USA.,c Department of Pediatrics , Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School , Boston , MA , USA
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- a Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Department of Psychiatry , University of Massachusetts Medical School , Worcester , MA , USA.,b Department of Quantitative Health Sciences , UMass Memorial Health Care , Worcester , MA , USA
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Kingston D, Austin MP, Veldhuyzen van Zanten S, Harvalik P, Giallo R, McDonald SD, MacQueen G, Vermeyden L, Lasiuk G, Sword W, Biringer A. Pregnant Women's Views on the Feasibility and Acceptability of Web-Based Mental Health E-Screening Versus Paper-Based Screening: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Med Internet Res 2017; 19:e88. [PMID: 28389421 PMCID: PMC5400885 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.6866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2016] [Revised: 01/15/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Major international guidelines recommend mental health screening during the perinatal period. However, substantial barriers to screening have been reported by pregnant and postpartum women and perinatal care providers. E-screening offers benefits that may address implementation challenges. OBJECTIVE The primary objective of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of Web-based mental health e-screening compared with paper-based screening among pregnant women. A secondary objective was to identify factors associated with women's preferences for e-screening and disclosure of mental health concerns. METHODS Pregnant women recruited from community and hospital-based antenatal clinics and hospital-based prenatal classes were computer-randomized to a fully automated Web-based e-screening intervention group or a paper-based control group. Women were eligible if they spoke or read English, were willing to be randomized to e-screening, and were willing to participate in a follow-up diagnostic interview. The intervention group completed the Antenatal Psychosocial Health Assessment and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale on a tablet computer, while controls completed them on paper. All women completed self-report baseline questions and were telephoned 1 week after randomization by a blinded research assistant for a MINI International Neuropsychiatric Interview. Renker and Tonkin's tool of feasibility and acceptability of computerized screening was used to assess the feasibility and acceptability of e-screening compared with paper-based screening. Intention-to-treat analysis was used. To identify factors associated with preference for e-screening and disclosure, variables associated with each outcome at P<.20 were simultaneously entered into final multivariable models to estimate adjusted odds ratios (AORs) and 95% CIs. RESULTS Of the 675 eligible women approached, 636 agreed to participate (participation rate 94.2%) and were randomized to the intervention (n=305) or control (n=331) groups. There were no significant baseline differences between groups. More women in the e-screening group strongly or somewhat agreed that they would like to use a tablet for answering questions on emotional health (57.9%, 175/302 vs 37.2%, 121/325) and would prefer using a tablet to paper (46.0%, 139/302 vs 29.2%, 95/325), compared with women in the paper-based screening group. There were no differences between groups in women's disclosure of emotional health concerns (94.1%, 284/302 vs 90.2%, 293/325). Women in the e-screening group consistently reported the features of e-screening more favorably than controls (more private or confidential, less impersonal, less time-consuming). In the multivariable models, being in the e-screening group was significantly associated with preferring e-screening (AOR 2.29, 95% CI 1.66-3.17), while no factors were significantly associated with disclosure. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that mental health e-screening is feasible and acceptable to pregnant women. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinicaltrials.gov NCT01899534; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01899534 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/6ntWg1yWb).
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- Dawn Kingston
- Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Australia
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Regina, SK, Canada
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Feeley N, Bell L, Hayton B, Zelkowitz P, Carrier ME. Care for Postpartum Depression: What Do Women and Their Partners Prefer? Perspect Psychiatr Care 2016; 52:120-30. [PMID: 25711930 DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2014] [Revised: 01/09/2015] [Accepted: 01/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To compare the preferences of those who accept a mental health assessment and those who do not. DESIGN AND METHODS Thirty couples participated in a qualitative study. Nineteen couples accepted a mental health assessment and 11 declined. FINDINGS Acceptors wanted more contact with professionals. Decliners preferred support from their informal network, parental leave, and exercise. However, acceptors also cited these preferences. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Nurses should tailor care to couples' preferences, helping them identify and utilize preferred resources. Mental health care might be more acceptable to decliners if provided in obstetrical care.
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- Nancy Feeley
- Ingram School of Nursing, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Centre for Nursing Research and Lady Davis Institute, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
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- Perinatal Mental Health Service, Institute of Community and Family Psychiatry, Lady Davis Institute, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Institute of Community and Family Psychiatry, Lady Davis Institute, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Institute of Community and Family Psychiatry, Lady Davis Institute, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Kingston DE, Biringer A, McDonald SW, Heaman MI, Lasiuk GC, Hegadoren KM, McDonald SD, Veldhuyzen van Zanten S, Sword W, Kingston JJ, Jarema KM, Vermeyden L, Austin MP. Preferences for Mental Health Screening Among Pregnant Women: A Cross-Sectional Study. Am J Prev Med 2015; 49:e35-43. [PMID: 26143952 DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2015.03.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2014] [Revised: 03/12/2015] [Accepted: 03/12/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The process of mental health screening can influence disclosure, uptake of referral, and treatment; however, no studies have explored pregnant women's views of methods of mental health screening. The objectives of this study are to determine pregnant women's comfort and preferences regarding mental health screening. METHODS Pregnant women were recruited (May-December 2013) for this cross-sectional descriptive survey from prenatal classes and maternity clinics in Alberta, Canada, if they were aged >16 years and spoke/read English. Descriptive statistics summarized acceptability of screening, and multivariable logistic regression identified factors associated with women's comfort with screening methods. Analysis was conducted in January-December 2014. RESULTS The participation rate was 92% (N=460/500). Overall, 97.6% of women reported that they were very (74.8%) or somewhat (22.8%) comfortable with mental health screening in pregnancy. Women were most comfortable with completing paper- (>90%) and computer-based (>82%) screening in a clinic or at home, with fewest reporting comfort with telephone-based screening (62%). The majority of women were very/somewhat comfortable with provider-initiated (97.4%) versus self-initiated (68.7%) approaches. Women's ability to be honest with their provider about emotional health was most strongly associated with comfort with each method of screening. CONCLUSIONS The majority of pregnant women viewed prenatal mental health screening favorably and were comfortable with a variety of screening methods. These findings provide evidence of high acceptability of screening--a key criterion for implementation of universal screening--and suggest that providers can select from a variety of screening methods best suited for their clinical setting.
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- Dawn E Kingston
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Ray D. Wolfe Department of Family Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Population, Public, and Aboriginal Health, Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- College of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Radiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- St. John of God Chair Perinatal and Women's Mental Health, School Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Iliadis SI, Koulouris P, Gingnell M, Sylvén SM, Sundström-Poromaa I, Ekselius L, Papadopoulos FC, Skalkidou A. Personality and risk for postpartum depressive symptoms. Arch Womens Ment Health 2015; 18:539-46. [PMID: 25369905 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-014-0478-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2014] [Accepted: 10/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common childbirth complication, affecting 10-15 % of newly delivered mothers. This study aims to assess the association between personality factors and PPD. All pregnant women during the period September 2009 to September 2010, undergoing a routine ultrasound at Uppsala University Hospital, were invited to participate in the BASIC study, a prospective study designed to investigate maternal well-being. Depressive symptoms were assessed with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) while the Depression Self-Rating Scale (DSRS) was used as a diagnostic tool for major depression. Personality traits were evaluated using the Swedish Universities Scale of Personality (SSP). One thousand thirty-seven non-depressed pregnant women were included in the study. Non-depressed women reporting high levels of neuroticism in late pregnancy were at high risk of developing postpartum depressive symptoms (PPDSs) at 6 weeks and 6 months after delivery, even after adjustment for confounders (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 3.4, 95 % confidence interval (CI) 1.8-6.5 and adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 3.9, 95 % CI 1.9-7.9). The same was true for a DSRS-based diagnosis of major depression at 6 months postpartum. Somatic trait anxiety and psychic trait anxiety were associated with increased risk for PPDS at 6 weeks (aOR = 2.1, 95 % CI 1.2-3.5 and aOR = 1.9, 95 % CI 1.1-3.1), while high scores of mistrust were associated with a twofold increased risk for PPDS at 6 months postpartum (aOR 1.9, 95 % CI 1.1-3.4). Non-depressed pregnant women with high neuroticism scores have an almost fourfold increased risk to develop depressive symptoms postpartum, and the association remains robust even after controlling for most known confounders. Clinically, this could be of importance for health care professionals working with pregnant and newly delivered women.
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- S I Iliadis
- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Uppsala University Hospital, 751 85, Uppsala, Sweden,
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Kingston D, Austin MP, Hegadoren K, McDonald S, Lasiuk G, McDonald S, Heaman M, Biringer A, Sword W, Giallo R, Patel T, Lane-Smith M, van Zanten SV. Study protocol for a randomized, controlled, superiority trial comparing the clinical and cost- effectiveness of integrated online mental health assessment-referral-care in pregnancy to usual prenatal care on prenatal and postnatal mental health and infant health and development: the Integrated Maternal Psychosocial Assessment to Care Trial (IMPACT). Trials 2014; 15:72. [PMID: 24597683 PMCID: PMC4015853 DOI: 10.1186/1745-6215-15-72] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2013] [Accepted: 02/13/2014] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Stress, depression, and anxiety affect 15 to 25% of pregnant women. However, fewer than 20% of prenatal care providers assess and treat mental health problems and fewer than 20% of pregnant women seek mental healthcare. For those who seek treatment, the lack of health system integration and existing barriers frequently prevent treatment access. Without treatment, poor prenatal mental health can persist for years and impact future maternal, child, and family well-being. METHODS/DESIGN The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of an integrated process of online psychosocial assessment, referral, and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for pregnant women compared to usual prenatal care (no formal screening or specialized care). The primary outcome is self-reported prenatal depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms at 6 to 8 weeks postrandomization. Secondary outcomes are postpartum depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms; self-efficacy; mastery; self-esteem; sleep; relationship quality; coping; resilience; Apgar score; gestational age; birth weight; maternal-infant attachment; infant behavior and development; parenting stress/competence; and intervention cost-effectiveness, efficiency, feasibility, and acceptability. Pregnant women are eligible if they: 1) are <28 weeks gestation; 2) speak/read English; 3) are willing to complete email questionnaires; 4) have no, low, or moderate psychosocial risk on screening at recruitment; and 5) are eligible for CBT. A sample of 816 women will be recruited from large, urban primary care clinics and allocation is by computer-generated randomization. Women in the intervention group will complete an online psychosocial assessment, and those with mild or moderate depression, anxiety, or stress symptoms then complete six interactive cognitive behavior therapy modules. All women will complete email questionnaires at 6 to 8 weeks postrandomization and at 3, 6, and 12 months postpartum. Clinic-based providers and researchers conducting chart abstraction and analysis are blinded. Qualitative interviews with 8 to 10 healthcare providers and 15 to 30 intervention group women will provide data on feasibility and acceptability of the intervention. Results of this trial will determine the feasibility and effectiveness of an integrated approach to prenatal mental healthcare and the use of highly accessible computer-based psychosocial assessment and CBT on maternal, infant, and family-based outcomes. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01901796.
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- Dawn Kingston
- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton T6G 1C9 AB, Canada
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- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton T6G 1C9 AB, Canada
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- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton T6G 1C9 AB, Canada
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- Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia
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- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton T6G 1C9 AB, Canada
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Kingston DE, Mcdonald S, Austin MP, Hegadoren K, Lasiuk G, Tough S. The Public's views of mental health in pregnant and postpartum women: a population-based study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2014; 14:84. [PMID: 24564783 PMCID: PMC3941946 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2393-14-84] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2013] [Accepted: 02/18/2014] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background We used population-based data to determine the public’s views of prenatal and postnatal mental health and to identify predictors of those views. Methods A computer-assisted telephone survey was conducted by the Population Health Laboratory (University of Alberta) with a random sample of participants from the province of Alberta, Canada. Respondents were eligible to participate if they were: 1) ≥18 years; and 2) contacted by direct dialing. Questions were drawn from the Perinatal Depression Monitor, an Australian population-based survey on perinatal mental health; additional questions were developed and tested to reflect the Canadian context. Descriptive and multivariable regression analyses were conducted. Results Among the 1207 respondents, 74.7% had post-secondary education, 16.3% were in childbearing years, and over half (57.4%) reported knowing a woman who had experienced postpartum depression. Significantly more respondents had high levels of knowledge of postnatal (87.4%) than prenatal (70.5%) mental health (p < .01). Only 26.6% of respondents accurately identified that prenatal anxiety/depression could negatively impact child development. Personal knowledge of a woman with postpartum depression was a significant predictor of prenatal and postnatal mental health knowledge. Conclusions While the public’s knowledge of postnatal mental health is high, knowledge regarding prenatal mental health and its influence on child development is limited. Strategies for improving perinatal mental health literacy should target these knowledge deficits.
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- Dawn E Kingston
- 5-258 Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6C 1C9, Canada.
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Kingston D, McDonald S, Tough S, Austin MP, Hegadoren K, Lasiuk G. Public views of acceptability of perinatal mental health screening and treatment preference: a population based survey. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2014; 14:67. [PMID: 24521267 PMCID: PMC3925362 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2393-14-67] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2013] [Accepted: 02/05/2014] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND At a prevalence rate of 13-25%, mental health problems are among the most common morbidities of the prenatal and postnatal periods. They have been associated with increased risk of preterm birth and low birthweight, child developmental delay, and poor child mental health. However, very few pregnant and postpartum women proactively seek help or engage in treatment and less than 15% receive needed mental healthcare. While system-related barriers limit accessibility and availability of mental health services, personal barriers, such as views of mental health and its treatment, are also cited as significant deterrents of obtaining mental healthcare. The purposes of this population-based study were to identify the public's views regarding mental health screening and treatment in pregnant and postpartum women, and to determine factors associated with those views. METHODS A computer-assisted telephone survey was conducted by the Population Research Laboratory with a random sample of adults in Alberta, Canada. Questions were drawn from the Perinatal Depression Monitor, an Australian population-based survey on perinatal mental health; additional questions were developed and tested to reflect the Canadian context. Interviews were conducted in English and were less than 30 minutes in duration. Descriptive and multivariable regression analyses were conducted. RESULTS Among the 1207 respondents, 74.8% had post-secondary education, 16.3% were 18-34 years old, and two-thirds (66.1%) did not have children <18 years living at home. The majority of respondents strongly agreed/agreed that all women should be screened in the prenatal (63.0%) and postpartum periods (72.7%). Respondents reported that when seeking help and support their first choice would be a family doctor. Preferred treatments were talking to a doctor or midwife and counseling. Knowledge of perinatal mental health was the main factor associated with different treatment preferences. CONCLUSIONS The high acceptability of universal perinatal mental health screening among the public provides a strong message regarding the public value for routine screening during pregnancy and postpartum periods. Perinatal mental health literacy is the most prominent determinant of screening and treatment acceptability and preference. Efforts to enhance population literacy as part of a multifaceted perinatal mental health strategy may optimize pregnant and postpartum women's mental health.
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- Dawn Kingston
- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton, T6G 1C9 Alberta, Canada
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- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton, T6G 1C9 Alberta, Canada
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- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton, T6G 1C9 Alberta, Canada
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Kingston D, McDonald S, Biringer A, Austin MP, Hegadoren K, McDonald S, Giallo R, Ohinmaa A, Lasiuk G, MacQueen G, Sword W, Lane-Smith M, van Zanten SV. Comparing the feasibility, acceptability, clinical-, and cost-effectiveness of mental health e-screening to paper-based screening on the detection of depression, anxiety, and psychosocial risk in pregnant women: a study protocol of a randomized, parallel-group, superiority trial. Trials 2014; 15:3. [PMID: 24383441 PMCID: PMC3892094 DOI: 10.1186/1745-6215-15-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2013] [Accepted: 12/11/2013] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Stress, depression, and anxiety affect 15% to 25% of pregnant women. However, substantial barriers to psychosocial assessment exist, resulting in less than 20% of prenatal care providers assessing and treating mental health problems. Moreover, pregnant women are often reluctant to disclose their mental health concerns to a healthcare provider. Identifying screening and assessment tools and procedures that are acceptable to both women and service providers, cost-effective, and clinically useful is needed. METHODS/DESIGN The primary objective of this randomized, parallel-group, superiority trial is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a computer tablet-based prenatal psychosocial assessment (e-screening) compared to paper-based screening. Secondary objectives are to compare the two modes of screening on: (1) the level of detection of prenatal depression and anxiety symptoms and psychosocial risk; (2) the level of disclosure of symptoms; (3) the factors associated with feasibility, acceptability, and disclosure; (4) the psychometric properties of the e-version of the assessment tools; and (5) cost-effectiveness. A sample of 542 women will be recruited from large, primary care maternity clinics and a high-risk antenatal unit in an urban Canadian city. Pregnant women are eligible to participate if they: (1) receive care at one of the recruitment sites; (2) are able to speak/read English; (3) are willing to be randomized to e-screening; and (4) are willing to participate in a follow-up diagnostic interview within 1 week of recruitment. Allocation is by computer-generated randomization. Women in the intervention group will complete an online psychosocial assessment on a computer tablet, while those in the control group will complete the same assessment in paper-based form. All women will complete baseline questionnaires at the time of recruitment and will participate in a diagnostic interview within 1 week of recruitment. Research assistants conducting diagnostic interviews and physicians will be blinded. A qualitative descriptive study involving healthcare providers from the recruitment sites and women will provide data on feasibility and acceptability of the intervention. We hypothesize that mental health e-screening in primary care maternity settings and high-risk antenatal units will be as or more feasible, acceptable, and capable of detecting depression, anxiety, and psychosocial risk compared to paper-based screening. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01899534.
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- Dawn Kingston
- University of Alberta, 11405-87th Avenue, Edmonton, T6G 1C9, Canada.
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O'Higgins M, Roberts ISJ, Glover V, Taylor A. Mother-child bonding at 1 year; associations with symptoms of postnatal depression and bonding in the first few weeks. Arch Womens Ment Health 2013; 16:381-9. [PMID: 23604546 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-013-0354-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2012] [Accepted: 04/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Some mothers experience neutral or negative feelings toward their new infant. This study examined the association between symptoms of postnatal depression and mother-infant bonding and the persistence of these feelings over the first year. Bonding was assessed using the Mother-Infant Bonding Scale (MIBQ), at four times postnatal, "early weeks" (1-4 weeks), 9 weeks, 16 weeks and 1 year, in 50 depressed, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression scale (EPDS) ≥13 at 4 weeks post natal, and 29 non-depressed mothers. A significant association between the EPDS score at 4 weeks and bonding score at 1-4 weeks, 9 weeks, and at 1 year postnatal, χ(2)(1) = 9.85, p < 0.01, 5.44, p < 0.05 and 5.21, p < 0.05, respectively, was found, with a trend at 16 weeks. There was a strong association between bonding in the early weeks and all later time points χ(2)(1) = 17.26, p < 0.001, 7.89, p < 0.01 and 13.69, p < 0.001, respectively. Regression showed early bonding rather than early depression was the major predictor of bonding at 1 year. Women who are depressed postnatally can fail to bond well with their baby and this can persist for a year. Early identification and intervention for poor bonding is indicated.
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- Madeleine O'Higgins
- Krembil Neuroscience Centre, Toronto Western Hospital, 399 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5T 2S8
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Rochat TJ, Tomlinson M, Newell ML, Stein A. Detection of antenatal depression in rural HIV-affected populations with short and ultrashort versions of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). Arch Womens Ment Health 2013; 16:401-10. [PMID: 23615932 PMCID: PMC3778840 DOI: 10.1007/s00737-013-0353-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2012] [Accepted: 04/06/2013] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Risk of antenatal depression has been shown to be elevated in Southern Africa and can impact maternal and child outcomes, especially in the context of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Brief screening methods may optimize access to care during pregnancy, particularly where resources are scarce. This research evaluated shorter versions of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to detect antenatal depression. This cross-sectional study at a large primary health care (PHC) facility recruited a consecutive series of 109 antenatal attendees in rural South Africa. Women were in the second half of pregnancy and completed the EPDS and Structured Clinical Interview for Depression (SCID). The recommended EPDS cutoff (≥13) was used to determine probable depression. Four versions, including the 10-item scale, seven-item depression, and novel three- and five-item versions developed through regression analysis, were evaluated using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis. High numbers of women 51/109 (47 %) were depressed, most depression was chronic, and nearly half of the women were HIV positive 49/109 (45 %). The novel three-item version had improved positive predictive value (PPV) over the 10-item version and equivalent specificity to the seven-item depression subscale; the novel five-item provided the best overall performance in terms of ROC and Cronbach's reliability statistics and had improved specificity. The brevity, sensitivity, and reliability of the short and ultrashort versions could facilitate widespread community screening. The usefulness of the novel three- and five-item versions are underscored by the fact that sensitivity is important at first screening, while specificity becomes more important at higher levels of care. Replication in larger samples is required.
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- Tamsen J. Rochat
- Africa Centre for Health and Population Studies, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mtubatuba, South Africa ,Department of Psychology, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Department of Psychology, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Africa Centre for Health and Population Studies, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mtubatuba, South Africa ,MRC Centre of Epidemiology for Child Health, UCL Institute of Child Health, London, UK
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- Section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, Oxford University, Oxford, UK ,School of Public health, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Byatt N, Biebel K, Friedman L, Debordes-Jackson G, Ziedonis D, Pbert L. Patient's views on depression care in obstetric settings: how do they compare to the views of perinatal health care professionals? Gen Hosp Psychiatry 2013; 35:598-604. [PMID: 23969144 PMCID: PMC4107904 DOI: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2013.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2013] [Revised: 07/16/2013] [Accepted: 07/16/2013] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The objectives were to examine patients' perspectives on patient-, provider- and systems-level barriers and facilitators to addressing perinatal depression in outpatient obstetric settings. We also compare the views of patients and perinatal health care professionals. METHOD Four 90-min focus groups were conducted with women 3-36 months after delivery (n=27) who experienced symptoms of perinatal depression, anxiety or emotional distress. Focus groups were transcribed, and resulting data were analyzed using a grounded theory approach. RESULTS Barriers to addressing perinatal depression included fear of stigma and loss of parental rights, negative experiences with perinatal health care providers and lack of depression management knowledge/skills among professionals. Facilitators included psychoeducation, peer support and training for professionals. CONCLUSIONS Patients perceive many multilevel barriers to treatment that are similar to those found in our previous similar study of perinatal health care professionals' perspectives. However, patients and professionals do differ in their perceptions of one another. Interventions would need to close these gaps and include an empathic screening and referral process that facilitates discussion of mental health concerns. Interventions should leverage strategies identified by both patients and professionals, including empowering both via education, resources and access to varied mental health care options.
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- Nancy Byatt
- Department of Psychiatry and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA 01655.
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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Byatt N, Simas TAM, Lundquist RS, Johnson JV, Ziedonis DM. Strategies for improving perinatal depression treatment in North American outpatient obstetric settings. J Psychosom Obstet Gynaecol 2012. [PMID: 23194018 DOI: 10.3109/0167482x.2012.728649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 99] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To identify core barriers and facilitators to addressing perinatal depression and review clinical, programmatic, and system level interventions that may optimize perinatal depression treatment. METHOD Eighty-four MEDLINE/PubMed searches were conducted using the terms perinatal depression, postpartum depression, antenatal depression, and prenatal depression in association with 21 other terms. Of 7768 papers yielded in the search, we identified 49 papers on barriers and facilitators, and 17 papers on interventions in obstetric settings aimed to engage women and/or providers in treatment. RESULTS Barriers include stigma, lack of obstetric provider training, lack of resources and limited access to mental health treatment. Facilitators include validating and empowering women during interactions with health care providers, obstetric provider and staff training, standardized screening and referral processes, and improved mental health resources. CONCLUSION Specific clinical, program, and system level changes are recommended to help change the culture of obstetric care settings to optimize depression treatment.
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- Nancy Byatt
- Department of Psychiatry and Ob/Gyn, UMass Medical School, Worcester, MA 01655, USA.
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Bilszta J, Ericksen J, Buist A, Milgrom J. A Qualitative Study of Health Professionals Involved in the Care and Treatment of Women with Postnatal Emotional Distress. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH PROMOTION 2012. [DOI: 10.1080/14623730.2010.9721814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Mitchell AJ, Smith AB, Al-salihy Z, Rahim TA, Mahmud MQ, Muhyaldin AS. Redefining diagnostic symptoms of depression using Rasch analysis: testing an item bank suitable for DSM-V and computer adaptive testing. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2011; 45:846-52. [PMID: 21879815 DOI: 10.3109/00048674.2011.596477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to redefine the optimal self-report symptoms of depression suitable for creation of an item bank that could be used in computer adaptive testing or to develop a simplified screening tool for DSM-V. METHOD Four hundred subjects (200 patients with primary depression and 200 non-depressed subjects), living in Iraqi Kurdistan were interviewed. The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) was used to define the presence of major depression (DSM-IV criteria). We examined symptoms of depression using four well-known scales delivered in Kurdish. The Partial Credit Model was applied to each instrument. Common-item equating was subsequently used to create an item bank and differential item functioning (DIF) explored for known subgroups. RESULTS A symptom level Rasch analysis reduced the original 45 items to 24 items of the original after the exclusion of 21 misfitting items. A further six items (CESD13 and CESD17, HADS-D4, HADS-D5 and HADS-D7, and CDSS3 and CDSS4) were removed due to misfit as the items were added together to form the item bank, and two items were subsequently removed following the DIF analysis by diagnosis (CESD20 and CDSS9, both of which were harder to endorse for women). Therefore the remaining optimal item bank consisted of 17 items and produced an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.987. Using a bank restricted to the optimal nine items revealed only minor loss of accuracy (AUC = 0.989, sensitivity 96%, specificity 95%). Finally, when restricted to only four items accuracy was still high (AUC was still 0.976; sensitivity 93%, specificity 96%). CONCLUSIONS An item bank of 17 items may be useful in computer adaptive testing and nine or even four items may be used to develop a simplified screening tool for DSM-V major depressive disorder (MDD). Further examination of this item bank should be conducted in different cultural settings.
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- Alex J Mitchell
- Leicestershire Partnership Trust, and Department of Cancer Studies and Molecular Medicine, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, UK.
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Sofronas M, Feeley N, Zelkowitz P, Sabbagh M. Obstetric and neonatology nurses' attitudes, beliefs, and practices related to the management of symptoms of maternal depression. Issues Ment Health Nurs 2011; 32:735-44. [PMID: 22077746 DOI: 10.3109/01612840.2011.609635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Although maternal depression is a common emotional disorder, assessment and intervention rates are low. Using a cross-sectional survey design, we examined attitudes, beliefs, and practices of obstetrical and neonatology nurses toward the management of symptoms of maternal depression (SMD). Nurses believed they were responsible to assess for SMD and intervene with women showing SMD. However, only 50% assessed for SMD at least once monthly. Identified barriers to care were: lack of time, training, language, and patient and family beliefs. NICU nurses reported lower confidence, knowledge, and skills, than other nurses who participated in this study. This study shows there is a need to enhance nurses? confidence in assessing and intervening with SMD, and to clarify the referral process.
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Armstrong SJ, Small RE. The paradox of screening: rural women's views on screening for postnatal depression. BMC Public Health 2010; 10:744. [PMID: 21122148 PMCID: PMC3009649 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-10-744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2010] [Accepted: 12/01/2010] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Universal screening for postnatal depression is currently being promoted in Australia to assist detection and treatment of affected women, yet debate continues internationally about the effectiveness of screening. One rural shire in Victoria has been screening all women for postnatal depression at maternal and child health checks for many years. This paper explores the views of women affected by this intervention. METHODS A postal survey was sent to an entire one year cohort of women resident in the shire and eligible for this program [n = 230]. Women were asked whether they recalled having been screened for postnatal depression and what their experience had been, including any referrals made as a result of screening. Women interested in providing additional information were invited to give a phone number for further contact. Twenty women were interviewed in-depth about their experiences. The interview sample was selected to include both depressed and non-depressed women living in town and on rural properties, who represented the range of circumstances of women living in the shire. RESULTS The return rate for the postal survey was 62% [n = 147/230]. Eighty-seven women indicated that they were interested in further contact, 80 of whom were able to be reached by telephone and 20 were interviewed in-depth. Women had diverse views and experiences of screening. The EPDS proved to be a barrier for some women, and a facilitator for others, in accessing support and referrals. The mediating factor appeared to be a trusting relationship with the nurse able to communicate her concern for the woman and offer support and referrals if required. CONCLUSIONS Detection of maternal depression requires more than administration of a screening tool at a single time point. While this approach did work for some women, for others it actually made appropriate care and support more difficult. Rather, trained and empathic healthcare providers working in a coordinated primary care service should provide multiple and flexible opportunities for women to disclose and discuss their emotional health issues.
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- Susan J Armstrong
- Mother and Child Health Research, La Trobe University, 215 Franklin Street, Melbourne, Vic 3000, Australia.
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Hegadoren K, Norris C, Lasiuk G, Silva DGVD, Chivers-Wilson K. The many faces of depression in primary care. TEXTO & CONTEXTO ENFERMAGEM 2009. [DOI: 10.1590/s0104-07072009000100019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Depression is a serious global health problem. It creates a huge economic burden on society and on families and has serious and pervasive health impacts on the individual and their families. Specialized psychiatric services are often scarce and thus the bulk of care delivery for depression has fallen to primary care providers, including advanced practice nurses and experienced nurses who work in under-serviced regions. These health professionals require advanced knowledge about the many faces that depression can display. This article reviews some of the faces of depression seen by primary care providers in their practices. Considering depression as a heterogeneous spectrum disorder requires attention to both the details of the clinical presentation, as well as contextual factors. Recommendations around engagement and potential interventions will also be discussed, in terms of the client population as well as for the practitioner who may be isolated by geography or discipline.
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