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About Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week
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Ends: Nov 22, 2025
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PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK
Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week raises awareness about the mental health challenges faced by parents during the perinatal period, which includes pregnancy and the first year after birth. Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week aims to improve awareness and understanding of perinatal mental health conditions among the general public and healthcare providers. Doing so aims to reduce the stigma associated with these conditions, encourage parents to seek help, and promote the availability of resources and support.
In addition, the week advocates for systemic changes, such as improved screening and treatment options for perinatal mental health conditions and more significant investment in mental health services. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that all parents receive the support they need to maintain their mental health and well-being during the perinatal period.
Healthcare professionals, mental health organizations, advocacy groups, and community members actively participate in Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week. Activities during the week include educational workshops, seminars, and webinars aimed at healthcare providers to enhance their understanding and ability to support parents experiencing perinatal mental health issues.
Support groups and mental health organizations often host events and create campaigns to share information and personal stories, fostering a supportive community for those affected. Social media campaigns using hashtags such as #PMHAW and #PerinatalMentalHealth are prevalent, helping spread awareness and connecting individuals to resources and support networks.
HISTORY AND PURPOSE
Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week was initiated in 2013 by Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia (PANDA). The organization recognized the need for greater public awareness and understanding of perinatal mental health conditions, which can significantly impact the well-being of parents and their families.
The primary purpose of this awareness week is to highlight the prevalence and seriousness of perinatal mental health issues, such as perinatal depression and anxiety, which affect up to one in five mothers and one in ten fathers. By shedding light on these conditions, the week aims to reduce stigma, promote early intervention, and encourage those affected to seek help.
Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week plays a crucial role in bringing attention to the mental health challenges faced by new and expectant parents, fostering a more supportive and informed community, and advocating for better mental health care and resources.
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