mental health screening, psychotropic medication, parent-infant relationship, safeguarding, healthcare professional development
Perinatal Mental Health Awarness
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5 Chapters
1 Hour

Perinatal Mental Health Awarness

This course provides healthcare professionals and caregivers with essential knowledge and skills to understand and support perinatal mental health. Covering pregnancy, birth, and the first year postpartum, it explores psychological challenges, risk factors, and effective interventions to promote well-being for mothers, infants, and families. The course is suited for a wide audience, including doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, and social workers involved in perinatal care.
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Perinatal Mental Health Awarness
5 Chapters
1 Hour
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Perinatal Mental Health Awarness
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About The Course

Developed collaboratively by leading UK health organisations, including the Royal College of General Practitioners and NHS England, this evidence-based training addresses the complex factors affecting mental health around childbirth. Topics include recognising birth trauma, screening tools for postnatal depression and PTSD, risk assessment, safeguarding, psychotropic medication use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and delivering trauma-informed psychological support. Real-world case studies and self-assessments enhance understanding and application of best practices.

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Learning Outcomes
  • Understand key concepts and importance of perinatal and infant mental health.
  • Identify risk factors and signs of psychological distress during pregnancy and postpartum.
  • Apply trauma-informed approaches to support families affected by birth trauma.
  • Utilise screening and assessment tools for early detection of perinatal mental health issues.
  • Develop collaborative care plans involving multidisciplinary teams and families.
  • Recognise safe and effective use of psychotropic medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Integrate parent-infant relationship support within mental health care.
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Course Modules
Chapter 1 Understanding Perinatal Mental Health and Its Importance
Chapter 2 Identifying and Assessing Perinatal Mental Health Conditions
Chapter 3 Supporting Families: Trauma-Informed and Person-Centred Care
Chapter 4 Collaborative Care and Treatment Approaches in the Perinatal Period
Chapter 5 Summary
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