19.6 Postpartum Psychosis: identification, support and care

About this episode

This episode explores Postpartum Psychosis, its recognition, and how families can be supported through it.

Series 19 - Episode 6: Postpartum Psychosis: identification, support and care In this hour we explore Postpartum Psychosis also known as Puerperal Psychosis, an important condition which can impact on women and their families after the birth of a baby. Sally Wilson and Jenny Stevenson will share what is known about Postpartum psychosis, and its recognition, and how families can be supported through this, and we will explore women and families experiences and some of issues faced by those who experience postpartum psychosis Hosted by: Sue Macdonald Contributions from: Dr Sally Wilson, National Training Coordinator, Action on Postpartum Psychosis Jenny Stevenson - National Peer Support Coordinator (online services)

People in this episode

Host: Sue Macdonald

Guests: Dr Sally Wilson, Jenny Stevenson

Topics covered

• Postpartum Psychosis
• Puerperal Psychosis
• family support
• mental health
• women's health

Keywords

• Postpartum Psychosis
• mental health
• family support
• recognition
• women's experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Action on Postpartum Psychosis

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