OVERVIEW

Postpartum Support International (PSI) and Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health - Certificate Training is organized by Postpartum Support International (PSI) and will be held from Feb 10 - Jun 02, 2025.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

1. List the types of pregnancy and postpartum mental health disorders. (PMHDs.)
2. Identify evidence-based risk factors for the development of PMHDs.
3. Describe theories of cause/etiology
4. List validated screening tools for PMHDs.
5. Identify effective intake questions
6. Describe common issues related to breastfeeding and PMHDs.
7. Describe 2 commonly-used non-traditional treatment approaches.
8. Name 3 evidence-based models used to treat perinatal mood disorders.
9. Describe common therapeutic issues and themes in perinatal mental health.
10. Describe how trauma and loss influence perinatal mental health.
11. Describe 3-5 special considerations and identify how these considerations impact treatment of PMH.
12. Identify the role of cultural competence in identification and treatment of maternal depression.
13. Discuss the prevalence of depression and anxiety in new fathers
14. Describe common ways that mood disorders manifest in men
15. Describe effective methods to support partners.
16. Describe assessment for psychosis
17. Describe at least 4 concerns that women with severe mental illness have around motherhood.
18. Describe risks and benefits of psychopharmacological treatment in pregnancy and lactation
19. Identify resources for evidence-based data about medication during pregnancy and lactation
20. Describe reliable resources for patient support and information
21. Identify resources for community and systems development for perinatal mental health systems.