Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment and Management of Peripartum Depression, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Mental Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 October 2025 | Viewed by 1764
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Interests: developmental psychopathology; eating disorders; parent-child interactions; trauma; psychoanalysis
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Dear Colleagues,
It is my pleasure to invite you to contribute to the Special Issue entitled “Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment and Management of Peripartum Depression, 2nd Edition”. In our previous Special Issue entitled “Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Treatment and Management of Peripartum Depression”, we collected high-standard papers covering a wide range of topics. This is a continuation of the previous series.
We are pleased to announce a forthcoming second edition that seeks to deepen our understanding and enhance the treatment landscape for peripartum depression. As a prevalent yet underdiagnosed condition affecting up to 20% of women, peripartum depression demands our unwavering attention and commitment to improving its diagnosis and management. A recent consensus underscores the urgency of early detection and intervention, recognizing the potential long-term ramifications on both parental and child well-being. Screening tools such as the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) have gained prominence and are endorsed by multiple guidelines. However, the complex features of this condition demand multifaceted approaches. First-line treatment, such as dynamically oriented psychotherapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is recommended by various guidelines. Equally, antidepressants, particularly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), play a central role, necessitating careful consideration of the risks and benefits. Hormone therapy's role remains a subject of debate, prompting the need for further exploration. Holistic approaches encompass lifestyle changes, including exercise, sleep, and social support, as integral components of the treatment strategy.
This Special Issue aims to synthesize cutting-edge research and practical insights in the field of peripartum depression. We welcome submissions that delve into various aspects, including the following:
- Novel approaches for early detection and determining screening tools' effectiveness.
- In-depth exploration of psychotherapeutic interventions and their implications.
- Pharmacological treatments' efficacy, mechanisms, and potential adverse effects.
- Navigating the complexities of medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Role and implications of hormone therapy in peripartum depression.
- Lifestyle interventions and their impact on symptom severity and recovery.
- Long-term follow-up and outcomes for both mothers and children.
Dr. Silvia Cimino
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- peripartum depression
- early detection
- clinical health psychology
- psychotherapy interventions
- parental–infant well-being
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