DOI
10.21007/con.dnp.2025.0104
Faculty Advisor
Kate Fouquier, CNM, PhD, FACNM
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
Summer 4-15-2025
Disciplines
Health and Medical Administration | Investigative Techniques | Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nursing | Medicine and Health Sciences | Mental and Social Health | Nursing | Nursing Administration | Nursing Midwifery | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Other Mental and Social Health | Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing | Psychiatry | Psychiatry and Psychology | Quality Improvement
Abstract
Purpose/Background Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), including postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis, significantly impact maternal and infant health. This scoping review consolidates current literature on PMADs, emphasizing prevalence, risk factors, screening, and treatment. The primary aim is to identify research gaps and inform clinical guidelines to enhance perinatal care.
Methods A literature search followed PRISMA guidelines from August 2022 to November 2024. Databases searched included PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, and Google Scholar, using terms such as "perinatal mood disorders" and "maternal mental health." Inclusion criteria were English-language studies from the past decade addressing PMADs during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum. Of the 32 studies identified, 11 met the criteria for detailed analysis. Extracted data included study design, sample size, prevalence, screening tools, interventions, and outcomes.
Results Standardized screening protocols, such as the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), and culturally tailored cognitive-behavioral interventions were effective. Nursing-led and community-based approaches, including home visitation, reduced PMAD symptoms and improved care adherence. Socioeconomic barriers and limited resources were significant challenges, especially in underserved populations. Research gaps persist regarding PMADs in marginalized groups and the long-term effects on maternal and infant health.
Implications for Nursing Practice This review highlights the need for accessible, culturally sensitive, evidence-based PMAD management—nursing has a key role in screening, intervention delivery, and policy advocacy. Future research should prioritize equitable care models to improve maternal and infant outcomes globally.
Recommended Citation
Willis, Christina BSN, RN; Wells, Nia BSN, RN; Smith, Miranda BSN, RN; and Fouquier, Kate CNM, PhD, FACNM , "Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs): A Scoping Review" (2025). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. Paper 104. http://dx.doi.org/10.21007/con.dnp.2025.0104.
https://dc.uthsc.edu/dnp/104
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