Social stigma leaves some women uncomfortable with speaking about depression or anxiety, and some experts estimate as many as 80% of prenatal women experiencing metal health issues are not diagnosed or treated, according to Dr. Erin Bider, a perinatal psychiatrist for the University of Kansas Health System.
A history of mental illness or sexual assault, infertility and pregnancy complications, socioeconomic status, an unwanted pregnancy, and being a minority are some of the factors that could increase a woman's risk of experiencing psychiatric symptoms, the doctor said.
- Dr. Erin Bider, perinatal psychiatry, The University of Kansas Health System
