Mentor/s
Dr. Jennifer Ryan
Participation Type
Poster
Abstract
Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are distressing feelings that occur throughout the first year of pregnancy. These emotions can significantly disrupt the postpartum period, often interfering with maternal-infant bonding. Despite being the most common postpartum complication, PMADs remain widely underdiagnosed due to inadequate screening tools and a lack of awareness among nurses. Leaving PMADs untreated can have detrimental consequences, including a heightened risk of maternal and infant mortality. With this in mind, healthcare professionals must take proactive steps to implement a more holistic approach to postpartum care that prioritizes both physical and mental health. Ensuring access to comprehensive mental healthcare on postpartum units is essential to improving patient outcomes.
College and Major available
Nursing BSN
Academic Level
Undergraduate student
Location
Digital Commons & West Campus West Building University Commons
Start Day/Time
4-25-2025 12:00 PM
End Day/Time
4-25-2025 2:00 PM
Comments
Only Sydney Leppones will be present for the academic festival, Angelina Giugliano is a co-author but won't be presenting
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Education on Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Digital Commons & West Campus West Building University Commons
Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are distressing feelings that occur throughout the first year of pregnancy. These emotions can significantly disrupt the postpartum period, often interfering with maternal-infant bonding. Despite being the most common postpartum complication, PMADs remain widely underdiagnosed due to inadequate screening tools and a lack of awareness among nurses. Leaving PMADs untreated can have detrimental consequences, including a heightened risk of maternal and infant mortality. With this in mind, healthcare professionals must take proactive steps to implement a more holistic approach to postpartum care that prioritizes both physical and mental health. Ensuring access to comprehensive mental healthcare on postpartum units is essential to improving patient outcomes.
Students' Information
Sydney Leppones: Nursing, honors, class of 2025
Angelina Giugliano: Nursing, class of 2025