Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Identify 3 risk factors associated with PMADS.
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List 3 free services through PSI for help seekers.
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Identify the prevalence of PMADs in BIPOC and non-birthing partners.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to increase awareness of PMADS and resources for services.
Description
This workshop will cover the prevalence, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and the opportunities Postpartum Support International (PSI) has to provide education for providers and services for help seekers.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Leigh Lewis (she/her) worked for several years in the field of community mental health before relocating to the Pacific Northwest for medical school. She is a graduate of Bastyr University and completed a 2-year post- graduate training program in integrative women’s health. Dr. Lewis is credentialed by NAMS as a certified menopause practitioner and PSI in perinatal mood & anxiety disorders as a prescriber.