Understanding Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders with Emilie Sheridan
On this critical Stay Well Health Chat, Nicole Michalik and Marisa Magnatta chat with Emilie Sheridan, LCSW, PMH-C dedicated psychotherapist for pregnant and postpartum patients at Virtua Health. Together, they…
On this critical Stay Well Health Chat, Nicole Michalik and Marisa Magnatta chat with Emilie Sheridan, LCSW, PMH-C dedicated psychotherapist for pregnant and postpartum patients at Virtua Health. Together, they explore the complex and often misunderstood world of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), shedding light on symptoms that extend beyond the typical "baby blues."
Emilie details how PMADs can impact individuals from conception to one year postpartum, encompassing a spectrum of conditions including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and OCD. The discussion is designed to demystify these conditions, providing clarity and pathways for support and treatment.
Some of the Topics Discussed Include:
- What inspired Emilie Sheirdan to take this specific career path?
- Most people are familiar with postpartum depression, but the term perinatal mood and anxiety disorders is new. Are they the same?
- What are the “baby blues?”
- What are some of the most common symptoms of PMADs?
- When should someone seek professional help for symptoms of PMADs?
- Are there factors that put some women at more risk than others to developing a PMAD?
For more information on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders at Virtua Health, visit virtua.org/PostPartumDepression
