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Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Pregnancy and Postpartum... Anxiety??

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Why Don’t More People Talk About Anxiety During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Phase?


In the public eye, postpartum depression and its risks have overshadowed anxiety during pregnancy and the postpartum phase, but we hope that this is beginning to change. Those who suffer from anxiety know just how devastating its effects can be. However, at present, only about 20 percent of obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs) say that they routinely screen for anxiety during pregnancy and only about one-quarter of anxiety cases are recognized by their obstetricians. As researchers continue to bring this important issue to the forefront, things will change.

Until then, the message is clear: If you are a pregnant or new mom and you are struggling with anxiety, tell your obstetrician! Don’t wait for someone to ask— too many women suffer in silence. Take an important first step on the road to recovery and let your doctor know that you are anxious.


Adapted from The Pregnancy & Postpartum Anxiety Workbook: Practical Skills to Help You Overcome Anxiety, Worry, Panic Attacks, Obsessions, and Compulsions by Pamela S. Wiegartz, Ph.D. and Kevin L. Gyoerkoe, Psy.D.
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