Abstract:Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly prescribed for maternal depression, one of the most prevalent perinatal psychiatric conditions. Although the effects of maternal depression have been well‐characterized, there exists controversy over the adverse effects of SSRI use upon fetal development. Few studies have adequately isolated outcomes due to SSRI exposure and those due to maternal psychiatric conditions. Here, we narrowed our focus to investigating the outcomes of exposure to the wide… Show more
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