Perinatal depression and mental health uptake referral rate in an obstetric service

Perinatal depression is an important indicator of mothers’ mental health. Studies have been carried out to identify and characterize women at risk of such affective disorder. The aim of this study is to assess mothers’ adherence to our perinatal depression screening and eventual follow-up by a multi...

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Published in:Scientific reports 2023-07, Vol.13 (1), p.10987-10987, Article 10987
Main Authors: Tato Fernandes, Francisca, de Almeida, Ana Beatriz, Fernandes, Mónica, Correia, Rosa, Magalhães, Rui, Buchner, Graça, Braga, Jorge, Freitas, Paula
Format: Article
Language:English
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Humanities and Social Sciences
Medical records
Medical screening
Mental depression
Mental health
multidisciplinary
Obstetrics
Postpartum depression
Prenatal depression
Science
Science (multidisciplinary)
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Summary:Perinatal depression is an important indicator of mothers’ mental health. Studies have been carried out to identify and characterize women at risk of such affective disorder. The aim of this study is to assess mothers’ adherence to our perinatal depression screening and eventual follow-up by a multidisciplinary team, including mental health and obstetrics professionals. Ultimately, a risk profile for the uptake rate of referral was described to psychological support. Pregnant women from a maternity of a tertiary center with on-site assessment and treatment (n = 2163) were included in this study. The identification of women at risk for depression was based on a two-question screening and the EPDS scale. Demographic and obstetric data were obtained from medical records. The number of screening evaluations, the uptake referral rate and the compliance to treatment were analyzed. Logistic regression was used to predict a risk profile for adherence. Among 2163 enrolled in the protocol, 10.2% screened positive for depression. Of these, 51.8% accepted referral for mental health assistance. 74.9% were compliant to Psychology appointments and 74.1% to Psychiatry appointments. Women who had a previous history of depression were more likely to accept referral for mental health support. With this study, we were able to understand the behaviour of this population towards the screening protocol we offer. Women with a previous history of depression are more likely to accept mental health assistance.
ISSN:2045-2322
2045-2322
DOI:10.1038/s41598-023-33832-6