Stats & Facts
the numbers tell the story about the impact of maternal mental health
it’s A common, HARD-HITTING, and lasting event that needs immediate change that we all can influence
Prevelance
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Maternal Mental Health Disorders are the most common complications of pregnancy.
(Source: policey center for maternal mental health)
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1 in 5 moms (20%) experience mental health condition. Making Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD’s) the #1 Childbirth Complication.
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3-6 months postpartum: Peak onset of MMH conditions.
without care symptoms of maternal mental health conditions can last up to 3 years.
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75% of women impacted by MMH conditions REMAIN UNTREATED, increasing the risk of long-term negative impacts on mothers, babies, and families.
CostLY IMPACT
Untreated MMH disorders are estimated to have an annual economic cost of 14.2 billion dollars.
The cost of not treating MMH conditions is $32,000 per mother-infant pair.
Failures in Healthcare
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Prenatal and postnatal assessments have become routine (big win!) however there are concerns that mother’s may not be fully honest in their responses to digital screenings creating further gaps in care. Consider screening mothers face to face and facilitating deeper dialogue.
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Burnout has become so common place that mothers don’t know what symptoms are normal and what needs medical attention. More proactive education is needed for mothers to understand signs and symptoms and when to get help.
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75% of mothers experiencing mental health concerns do not connect with care, offering providers the opportunity to close gaps with increased referrals to mental health support.
CHANGE IS NEEDED ON ALL LEVELS TO LEAD MOMS TO BETTER OUTCOMES
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