Live Online Webinar
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
11:00 am – 1:30 pm CT
$130 — General Admission
$115 — Public Defenders/Legal Aid
$100 — PSI Members
Maternal mental health is a significant factor in family law cases. However, a lack of familiarity with perinatal mental health disorders may hinder the identification of this crucial aspect of a client’s case. Postpartum Support International offers a presentation that provides essential information on perinatal mental health disorders, including a practical approach for family law attorneys. Developed by perinatal mental health professionals and family law attorneys with experience in cases involving mental health, this presentation aims to educate and equip legal professionals for litigation.
Financial aid available for public defenders and legal aid if needed; contact legaljustice@postpartum.net
Objectives:
- Identify the definition of Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs)
- Describe how PMHD symptoms are temporary when treated properly
- Explain that individuals can fully recover from PMHDs
- Describe how Postpartum Psychosis is a treatable medical emergency and may require temporary hospitalization
- Explain the importance of employing an expert in perinatal mental health
Agenda:
11:00 am – 11:10 Introductions, terms & objectives
11:10 – 11:15 Facts about Perinatal Mental Health Disorders
11:15 – 11:55 PMHD Definitions and symptoms
11:55 – 12:05 Diagnosis, Treatment & Prognosis
12:05 – 12:15 A Practical Approach for the Family Law Attorney
12:15 – 12:45 Expert Consultation and Testimony
12:45 – 1:05 Legal Strategy Considerations
1:05 – 1:20 Case Study: Mothers with Postpartum Psychosis
1:20 – 1:30 PSI Resources and Discussion
1:30 pm End
More:
Faculty: Sarah Hink, Esq, Susan Hatters Friedman, MSt, MD, DFAPA, and Brooke Laufer, PsyD
For more information, contact legaljustice@postpartum.net
Presented by: Postpartum Support International’s Legal Justice Program
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