Web resource:	http://www.racgp.org.au/afp/200303/20030301austin.pdf
Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Psychosocial assessment and management of depression and anxiety in pregnancy: key aspects of antenatal care for general practice
Other Titles:	Australian family physician
Authors:	Austin, Marie-Paule
Keywords:	Risk factors;Health;Screening;Mental health;Pregnancy;Drug and alcohol misuse
Year:	2003
Publisher:	Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Citation:	32 (3), March 2003
Notes:	Provides an overview of the incidence of antenatal depression and some of the risks it poses for the unborn baby before presenting a model for practitioners involved in the psychosocial assessment and management of pregnant women experiencing anxiety and/or depression. Risk factors for antenatal depression identified by the authors include past or current domestic violence, history of abuse or poor parental care and drug/alcohol abuse. The safety and appropriateness of prescribing anti-depressants during pregnancy are also discussed.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/16434
ISSN:	0300-8495
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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