According to the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance, postpartum depression affects 20 percent of parents nationally – but nearly 40 percent of black parents. This is attributed to factors such as systemic racism, adverse childhood experiences and lack of representation in the medical system.
The Moving Beyond Depression program uses 15 cognitive behavioral therapy sessions to treat Black parents with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
The program is a free service available prenatally through the baby’s first 18 months.
At the Becker's Fall Behavioral Health Summit, taking place November 4–5 in Chicago, behavioral health leaders and executives will explore strategies for expanding access to care, integrating services, addressing workforce challenges and leveraging innovation to improve outcomes across the behavioral health continuum. Apply for complimentary registration now.
