Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 10-11 am PT   This webinar sponsored by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.) will focus on the origins of birth trauma and maternal #PTSD featuring Dr. Sharon Dekel, a foremost expert in #postpartumPTSD.    In addition to featuring a mother’s birth trauma story, the Policy Center team will share recommendations for providers and hospitals to take to prevent and support those with #birthtrauma. #maternalmentalhealth https://lnkd.in/ezUNRQn4

Together with Postpartum Support International, the Policy Center has developed a #MaternalMentalHealth Certificate Training for Mental Health and Clinical Professionals. This online webinar series includes eight live sessions, small group discussions, supplemental reading materials, 16 continuing education credits (where applicable), and a certificate of completion. Register for the spring (February - June 2025) session by February 5, at 11:55pm Eastern Time. #mentalhealth Learn More - https://lnkd.in/etXj8Pmi

This Issue Brief from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offers valuable information to State Mental Health Authorities (SMHA) about co-occurring #mentalhealth and #substanceusedisorders (COD). The document highlights the commonality of CODs and negative outcomes in the absence of evidence-based integrated care. It also provides an overview of treatment barriers and potential solutions, and the effectiveness of integrated care.  Learn More → https://lnkd.in/eVjkpuPC

Again in 2024, the categories with the highest number of bills were “maternal mental health awareness” and “screening”. There were 11 bills that covered multiple categories. #maternalmentalhealth #healthpolicy Learn More - https://lnkd.in/ejJWPXBY

Like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, today is Giving Tuesday, a day to invest in a non-profit you believe in. We invite you to make a donation, large or small, to the Policy Center today. ➡️ Donors over $500 will be featured in our forthcoming impact report (if they choose) ➡️ Donors over $1500 will be invited to join speakers and sponsors in DC for filming of the FORUM March 18-19 ➡️ All donors will benefit from knowing their funds will be put to critical use, informing cross-sector leaders on why and how to improve #maternalmentalhealth in the U.S., and developing and tracking metrics to monitor progress Donate Today - https://lnkd.in/eRCz9gRs

You won’t want to miss the 2025 Maternal Mental Health (MMH) FORUM, where cross-sector change agents will gather to drive change in #maternalmentalhealth. This year's event will be live streamed from Washington, DC.   Together with Policymakers, Payors, Provider Leaders, and our Partners, we will discuss progress, roadblocks, and solutions to closing gaps in maternal mental health care. Register Now - https://lnkd.in/eQzqDvYZ

December 12, 2024 - 10:30am -12pm PT Join over 800 registrants for this complimentary Maternal/Perinatal Mental Health 101 webinar hosted by the Policy Center and presented by Postpartum Support International (PSI). Attendees will be introduced to a range of #MaternalMentalHealth Disorders, risk factors, treatment options, and more. Those who register will receive a link to the recording. #PerinatalMentalHealth Register Now → https://lnkd.in/gEQ3RfSz

The “Transitioning to Midwifery Models of Care: Global Position Paper” is a comprehensive document produced by the World Health Organization (WHO). In the pursuit of providing high-quality health services to improve health and well-being for all in the context of Universal Health Coverage, transitioning to midwifery models of care represents a cost-effective strategy to optimize outcomes for women and newborns with minimal use of unnecessary interventions. #mmhreading #maternalhealth #maternalmentalhealth https://lnkd.in/dsAX7JpN

In November 2024 the Centers for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2025 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) final rule*. This rule establishes the first-ever #maternalhealth and safety standards for hospitals while addressing barriers to healthcare for underserved communities, including formerly incarcerated individuals. #maternalmentalhealth #healthpolicy https://lnkd.in/ercxn3Jk

A population-based time-series analysis of California before, during and after legalization show a rising trend in women using #cannabis during #pregnancy especially when the state has legalized the drug. Contemporary OB/GYN #mmhreading #maternalmentalhealth https://lnkd.in/euPKuR2D