Because parenthood isn’t always peachy…
Because parenthood isn’t always peachy…
Definitions
Perinatal Mental Illness includes:
- Antenatal Depression and Anxiety
- Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Bi-polar
- Post Partum Psychosis
- Reoccurance of any other existing mental illness
The term perinatal refers to the antenatal period and the postnatal period combined. Perinatal mental illness refers to mental illnesses that occur during this period.
Many illnesses may be experienced during the perinatal period. Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and postpartum psychosis are all known to be risks associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period. New or expecting parents may also experience a recurrence of other mental illnesses such as bipolar, personality disorders and schizophrenia during this time.
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North Brisbane
Peach Tree House
293 Ellison Rd
Geebung QLD 4034
northbrisbane@peachtree.org.au
South Brisbane
Peach Tree Place
Suite 2 / 6 Vanessa Boulevard
Springwood QLD 4127
southbrisbane@peachtree.org.au
Moreton Bay
Peach Tree Place
Mother & Baby Hub
19-31 Dickson Street
Morayfield QLD 4506
moretonbay@peachtree.org.au