“Demise of Mothers” – Maternal Mental Conditions Drive Climbing Death Rate in U.S.
Maternal mental health is a critical, under-recognized factor in the rising maternal mortality rates in the United States, with conditions such as depression and overdose significantly contributing to new mothers’ deaths. Immediate action is required to prioritize and address maternal mental health in healthcare policies.Policy changes, resources essential to reverse public health crisis driving “demise of mothers.”Painting a sobering picture, a research team led by Children’s National Hospital culled years of data…