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In a retrospective cohort analysis involving 1561 participants this #ReadoftheWeek takes a look at Maven, an employer-sponsored health benefit. Users reported a remarkable 12.58-fold increase in the odds of Maven aiding mental health management with each quartile rise in digital resource utilization. The platform's holistic approach, encompassing articles, virtual classes, mental health screenings, and professional access, proved transformative. Care advocate appointments, provider messages, and article reads emerged as crucial elements positively linked to improved mental health management. Read the full study: https://lnkd.in/djbyXARQ #EUTIMELY

Despite Some Improvements, 24 States Get D Grade in Maternal Mental Health The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health and George Washington University released the 2024 Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards. Despite some progress, the national grade only improved from a D to a D+. Key Findings: 34 states improved their grades 3 states earned Bs, up from 1 in 2023 5 states received failing grades, down from 15 in 2023 24 states received a D grade Maternal mental health disorders affect 600,000 (20%) U.S. mothers annually. Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and other women of color face higher disparities. Around 50% of mothers go undiagnosed, and 75% never receive treatment. The report includes 18 measures across three domains: Providers and Programs, Screening Requirements and Reimbursement, and Insurance Coverage and Payment. New data sets include prenatal and postpartum depression screening rates and Perinatal Quality Collaboratives prioritizing maternal mental health. https://lnkd.in/gmETE6Yt

Pre and postnatal mental health conditions for new parents is an epidemic in the U.S. Employers and payers can help support those who need it. Check out this new blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDWuA24W

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health found that 70% of U.S. counties lack sufficient maternal mental health resources. Within New York, they found that Kings County is lacking 155 maternal mental health providers/resources for new and expecting moms - making it # 6 on the list of U.S. counties with the lowest maternal mental health resources. Mothers and birthing people deserve access to maternal mental health support and treatment no matter where they are. https://lnkd.in/eh5MDGPf #maternalmentalhealth #maternalhealth #pospartumdepression #postpartumcare

🌟 A Personal Reflection on Maternal Mental Health Dark Zones Having walked alongside my wife, Sarah, through the labyrinth of postpartum depression, the recent report on maternal mental health in the U.S. struck a resonant chord. Sarah, a nurse with case management knowledge, faced formidable challenges accessing support during her own journey. The notion of "Maternal Mental Health Dark Zones," areas marked by high risk and scarce resources, vividly reminded us of the obstacles we overcame together. 🤝 Our Journey Inspires Previa Alliance Sarah's personal struggle illuminated the systemic gaps in maternal mental health care. It became the catalyst for us to establish Previa Alliance, a platform designed to provide the resources we wished we'd had during those trying times. Our goal is to bring light to these dark zones and beyond, fostering awareness, screening and educating moms, building support networks, and ensuring no mother walks alone in her journey through maternal mental health. Let's continue to share our stories, break the stigma, and work towards a future of holistic maternal well-being. https://lnkd.in/g3APZS8g #MaternalMentalHealth #PreviaAlliance #BreakTheStigma #MaternalWellBeing

Despite federal legislation improving healthcare access, concerted efforts are still needed to increase evidence-based treatment for maternal perinatal mental health issues, a large study of commercially insured mothers suggested. It found that federal legislation had variable and suboptimal effect on mental health services use by delivering mothers. Psychotherapy receipt increased somewhat during 2007-2019 among all mothers and among those diagnosed with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. #mmhreading #maternalmentalhealth #healthcareaccess https://lnkd.in/dHJnpbpi

🌸 May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month 🌸 At Moodr Health, we're committed to supporting mothers and families facing perinatal mood changes. In our latest blog post, we highlight the critical work being done by organizations like Postpartum Support International, the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, and the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance (MMHLA). Discover essential resources and learn how you can advocate for better mental health support by reading the full article linked below. #MaternalMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MoodrHealth

Revolutionizing Maternal Mental Health Services in the UK

If you missed last week's webinar on maternal mental health, you can check out the recap here: https://lnkd.in/e45YixaE Thank you so much to our speakers Kristin Tugman, PhD, CRC, LPC, Megan Moore and Julia Kastner! They shared practical advice on developing holistic maternal mental health programs, which we hope you find helpful in supporting your population! #maternalmentalhealth #behavioralhealth #webinar

Policy Center Report Identifies Maternal Mental Health "Dark Zones" A recent report from Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health shows that 96% of birthing-aged American women live in maternal mental health (MMH) professional shortage areas and 70% of counties lack sufficient MMH resources. In addition to a detailed county-level analysis, the Policy Center report recommends several policy opportunities to address these gaps. Learn more HERE: https://lnkd.in/eh5MDGPf