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Provider Care Pathway for Perinatal Mental Health
The Perinatal Mental Health Provider Care Pathway for Central Region North connects healthcare providers with publicly funded or free services that support individuals experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. To download a PDF version of the Provider Care Pathway, please click here.
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PCMCH Care Pathway for the Treatment of Perinatal Mental Health
1. ASK about the well-being of the pregnant or postpartum person at every visit to identify the need for mental health support and treatment.
2. ADVISE by providing education on perinatal mental health and arrange support to mitigate factors that are affecting mental health. It is recommended that providers print and provide patients with the "I am Feeling Guide" of mental health resources for families during pregnancy and postpartum.
3. ASSESS the severity of the mental health concern. Click on the following links to select from the screening assessment tools: GAD-7, PHQ-9, EPDS.
4. ASSIST by recommending or implementing a treatment step.
5. ARRANGE follow-ups to monitor recommended treatment plan; make modifications or changes to treatment step as required.
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