Perinatal Depression
National Perinatal Depression Initiative
The National Perinatal Depression Initiative aims to improve the prevention and early detection of antenatal and postnatal depression as well as to provide better support and treatment for expectant and new mothers. It involves routine screening, follow up treatment and training and development for health professionals.
For furter information about this initative please contact the mental health coordinator, Sue Roberts on phone 035153 0383 or click to email
For further information about perinatal depression please visit the BeyondBlue website at:
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/index.aspx?link_id=94