Recognizing and Managing Postpartum Psychosis: A Clinical Guide for Obstetric Providers

Lauren M. Osborne

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Abstract

Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency that affects 1 to 2 per 1000 women. Key clinical features include mood fluctuation, abnormal thoughts or behaviors, and confusion. Women with a history of bipolar disorder are at heightened risk, as are first-time mothers; current research on the causes focuses on biological triggers, such as immune dysregulation. Women with postpartum psychosis require inpatient hospitalization and should be treated with lithium, antipsychotics, and benzodiazepines.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)455-468
Number of pages14
JournalObstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America
Volume45
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 2018

Keywords

  • Bipolar disorder
  • Perinatal psychiatric disorders
  • Postpartum psychosis
  • Treatment

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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