In this episode of Therapy Cafe, Marjorie Morrison, LMFT, LPCC, co-founder of Psych Hub, speaks with Dr. Nicole Pacheco Tchalim, a reproductive psychiatrist at Columbia Psychiatry and Program Director at the Women's and Reproductive Mental Health (WARM) Fellowship Program, about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). They discuss the prevalence of PMADs, including postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis, which affect one in five birthing individuals. Dr. Pacheco Challam explains the significant impact PMADs can have on individuals and families, the challenges in identifying and treating these disorders, and the importance of early intervention and tailored treatment approaches. They also explore the importance of comprehensive support systems, from lactation consultants to mental health support groups, and the evolving treatments available, including medication and psychotherapy. The episode aims to raise awareness and provide valuable resources for clinicians supporting individuals affected by PMADs.

Learning objectives:

1. Define perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)

2. Explain the impact of PMADs on parents and children.

3. Assess challenges in treating PMADs

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