Perinatal/Postpartum Psychosis

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La psicosis posparto está en las noticias

La psicosis posparto es una emergencia médica tratable. Informarse, hablar con compasión y buscar apoyo oportuno puede marcar la diferencia en la recuperación.
PSI News Blog
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Postpartum Psychosis Is in the News

Learn about crucial postpartum psychosis resources that emphasize compassionate conversations and mental health care for families.
“There was an intense period where I called the hotline several times a week just to have a voice reassure me I could get through this. The counselors who spoke to me were so kind, so quick to offer resources, and asked some really good questions. It was truly a lifeline of reassurance that I wasn't alone.” Stories of Hope Jordan’s Story
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Stories of Hope

Learn about Jordan's struggle with postpartum psychosis and the lessons she learned about mental health awareness and support.
“Its relatively low rate is often touted as the reason why discussions of postpartum psychosis have too often included the word “rare” to describe it. The reality, however, is that postpartum psychosis is not rare, and it's time we not only openly acknowledge this but also leave that phrasing behind us once and for all.” By Aaisha Alvi
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Putting an End to Calling Postpartum Psychosis “Rare”

Postpartum psychosis (PPP) can be life-threatening. Uncover the truth about its occurrence and the critical need for support.
“Training is so important because PPP can be very difficult to identify and differentiate from other perinatal mental health disorders; however, doing so effectively could mean the difference between life and death for certain birthing individuals and their babies.” Why Postpartum Psychosis Needs Our Attention A Conversation with PSI Postpartum Psychosis Program Manager Julia Alzoubaidi, PhD, PMH-C
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Why Postpartum Psychosis Needs Our Attention

Postpartum psychosis is real and serious. Discover critical information that can help recognize and address this treatable condition.
From Healing to Helping “Most of the other participants had experienced psychosis in the past year, and what they shared really resonated… For the first time, I felt like I wasn't alone.” —Breanna
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Breanna’s Story: She found healing through PSI’s support groups and is now helping other new parents do the same.

Explore a perinatal psychosis survivor's recovery journey of receiving help from PSI to becoming a support group facilitator.
“What happened to Clancy did not need to happen, and those of us who did experience this illness as severely but received proper help and recovered are living proof of that.” Clancy Malpractice Lawsuit May Serve to Help Other Moms By Aaisha Alvi
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Clancy Case Highlights Need for Education About Postpartum Psychosis

Delve into Lindsay Clancy's story and malpractice lawsuit, examining the impact of postpartum psychosis on mental health and families.
Postpartum Psychosis: Experts Seek a Distinct Category Within the DSM
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Postpartum Psychosis: Experts Seek a Distinct Category Within the DSM

Find out how the postpartum psychosis DSM classification can help enhance detection and treatment for maternal mental health issues.
“New mothers experiencing an acute mental health emergency, such as postpartum psychosis, deserve humane inpatient treatment. We deserve better.”
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We Deserve Better: The Inpatient Experience of New Mothers with Postpartum Psychosis

Discover the challenges faced by new mothers with postpartum psychosis in inpatient care and the importance of proper support.
Cindy’s Story: Postpartum Psychosis is Not Always Obvious By Karen Wachenheim
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Cindy’s Story: Postpartum Psychosis is Not Always Obvious

Promoting awareness of postpartum psychosis by sharing my sister-in-law's story during maternal suicide awareness week.
“Is MOM ok?” has grown into a recognizable call for compassion and awareness. It’s not just a slogan—it’s a lifeline.” By Kristina Dulaney
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Honoring Moms, Saving Lives: The Story of Maternal Suicide Awareness Month, Week, and Day

Learn about my advocacy journey in maternal suicide awareness and the urgent need to address this heartbreaking reality.
Perinatal OCD & Psychosis
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Perinatal OCD & Psychosis: Breaking Down the Stereotypes

Perinatal OCD & Psychosis: Breaking Down the Stereotypes with Insights from Lived Experience. Join Allison Livingston, Jess Pierson, and Julia Alzoubaidi—members of Postpartum Support International’s Postpartum Psychosis Taskforce—for…
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Matrescencia: concepto clave en la salud mental perinatal

La matrescencia es el periodo de cambio que vive una mujer al convertirse en madre. Entender este concepto ayuda a acompañar mejora las madres, diferenciar entre lo esperado y lo que necesita atención, y brindar apoyo emocional en el embarazo y posparto.
Survivor Stories
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Stories of Hope: Living Through Puerperal Psychosis and Postpartum Bipolar Disorder

Postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis: my story of fear and recovery. Discover how I navigated through these challenges to find healing and resilience.
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