Mobile Health for Perinatal Depression and Anxiety: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:The perinatal period is a vulnerable time during which depression and anxiety commonly occur. If left untreated or undertreated, there may be significant adverse effects; therefore, access to rapid, effective treatment is essential. Treatments for mild-to-moderate symptoms according to a stepped-care approach involve psychoeducation, peer support, and psychological therapy, all of which have been shown to be efficaciously delivered through digital means. Women experience significant barriers to care because of system- and individual-level factors, such as cost, accessibility, and availability of childcare. The use of mobile phones is widespread in this population, and the delivery of mental health services via mobile phones has been suggested as a means of reducing barriers. OBJ

SUBMITTER: Hussain-Shamsy N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7186872 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature