Psychological Affliction in Pregnancy, Delivery and Postpartum Period: A Multidisciplinary Approach
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Mental Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 24 July 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: breast cancer management; gynecology; pregnancy; woman; midwifery; maternal health; breastfeeding; perinatal psychology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period are critical life stages that may be accompanied by significant psychological afflictions. These conditions—including perinatal anxiety, depression, stress-related disorders, and post-traumatic stress after childbirth—not only affect maternal health but also influence neonatal outcomes and family wellbeing. Despite growing recognition of these issues, perinatal psychological morbidity remains underdiagnosed and undertreated in many healthcare systems.
This Special Issue aims to bring together multidisciplinary perspectives on the psychological challenges associated with pregnancy and delivery, highlighting preventive strategies, early detection, and innovative models of care. We invite contributions from midwives, obstetricians, psychologists, psychiatrists, neonatologists, and public health experts to promote a holistic approach to maternal mental health. Original research and systematic reviews are welcome.
Dr. Beata Pięta
Dr. Edyta Barnas̈
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- maternal mental health
- pregnancy
- postpartum depression
- perinatal anxiety
- midwifery
- multidisciplinary care
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