In this episode, Lynn Ingram McFarland discusses perinatal mood & anxiety disorders (PMADs), including postpartum depression, anxiety, & PTSD. Drawing on personal experience & expert insight, she explains why many parents remain silent, debunks myths about postpartum depression, explains how stigma & myths prevent help-seeking, & emphasizes the importance of screening for all caregivers, including dads.
If you or someone you know may be suffering from postpartum depression or PMADs, help is a phone call away.
Postpartum Support International Helpline
1-800-944-4773
www.postpartum.net
Time Stamps
03:56 Why mental issues history may cause postpartum depression
07:25 What is postpartum depression, & why its diffrent from the baby blues
08:16 Misconceptions about postpartum depression?
09:19 What are the 8 distinct mood & anxiety disorders
11:10 When to screen for postpartum depression
12:05 How common are perinatal mood disorders & anxiety
13:09 How does postpartum affect men
14:58 Why parents shouldn't mask their struggles with mental anxiety
19:10 Why is screening important in postpartum
22:59 How dads identify the symptoms of postpartum depression
30:09 Why do some moms pass a screening but still struggle deeply
31:00 First steps parents can take if going through postpartum depression
35:01 recovery process for postpartum mental health
About Lynn Ingram McFarland:Lynn Ingram McFarland, MBA, PMH-Cis, is the founder & CEO of IngramScreening, LLC for Perinatal Mental Health Screening, & she is a fierce advocate for all perinatal mental health-related issues. Lynn is a 3-time survivor of Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs).