Interpersonal Violence and Perinatal Mental Health

Fisher, Jane; McKelvie, Stephanie; Rees, Susan

doi:10.1007/978-981-10-2369-9_26

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“…Other research can help understand why vulnerabilities such as poverty or hazard experiences can exacerbate poor mental health. Most mental health problems, including depression and suicidality, are underpinned psychologically by experiences of being entrapped and feeling powerless and unable to escape; this may be common in some forms of vulnerability, such as poverty and interpersonal violence (Fisher et al, 2020 ). These feelings can be made worse if the situation is intrinsically humiliating, as in the case of being marginalized or discriminated against, rejected, having a sense of subjective incompetence compared to others, or having fewer capabilities or resources (Fisher et al, 2020 ).…”

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Mental health of vulnerable groups experiencing a drought or bushfire: a systematic review

Varshney¹,

Makleff²,

Krishna³

et al. 2023

Camb. prisms Glob. ment. health

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Natural hazards are increasing because of climate change and they disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. Prior reviews of the mental health consequences of natural hazard events have not focused on the particular experiences of vulnerable groups. Based on the expected increase in fires and droughts in the coming years, the aim of this systematic review was to synthesize the global evidence about the mental health of vulnerable populations after experiencing natural hazards. We searched Ovid Medline, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Ovid PsycInfo, using a systematic strategy which yielded 3,401 publications. We identified 18 eligible studies conducted in five different countries with 15,959 participants. The most common vulnerabilities were living in a rural area, occupying a low socioeconomic position, being a member of an ethnic minority, and having a medical condition. Common experiences reported by vulnerable individuals affected by drought included worry, hopelessness, isolation, and suicidal thoughts and behaviours. Those affected by fire reported experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anger. These mental health problems exacerbated existing health and socioeconomic challenges. The evidence base about mental health in vulnerable communities affected by natural hazards can be improved by including standardized measures and comparison groups, examining the role of intersectional vulnerabilities, and disaggregating data routinely to allow for analyses of the particular experiences of vulnerable communities. Such efforts will help ensure that programs are informed by an understanding of the unique needs of these communities.

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Mental health of vulnerable groups experiencing a drought or bushfire: a systematic review

Varshney¹,

Makleff²,

Krishna³

et al. 2023

Camb. prisms Glob. ment. health

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“…use of skills in responding to baby‐related tasks, parenting challenges and conflicts around caretaking). Reproductive‐aged individuals are at greatest risk for interpersonal violence (Hahn et al, 2018), which in turn confers additional risks for adverse mental health outcomes (Fisher et al, 2019); interpersonal effectiveness skills that address identifying and ending destructive relationships may aid individuals in establishing greater safety and support within their environments.…”

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Applications of dialectical behavioural therapy in the perinatal period: A scoping review

Hellberg,

Bruening,

Thompson

et al. 2023

Clin Psychology and Psychoth

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Psychological distress is the most common complication of pregnancy. High‐risk concerns can include severe emotion dysregulation, suicidality and self‐injury, and health risk behaviours, which bear substantial consequences for caregivers and families. Yet, effective, comprehensive interventions for high‐risk caregivers have received limited attention. Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is a frontline treatment for such concerns. Accordingly, we conducted a scoping review on the implementation of DBT in the perinatal period. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were followed. Seven studies were identified; study designs included case studies and single‐arm pilot trials. Most studies used DBT‐informed protocols with significant adaptations, few included multiple components of DBT (i.e. skills group, individual therapy, phone coaching and consultation team), and none met criteria for adherent delivery of all four modes of DBT treatment. Findings suggest DBT‐informed interventions may be successfully implemented to treat a range of perinatal mental health symptoms, including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, and post‐traumatic stress, and to promote emotion regulation and positive parenting behaviours. While results provide preliminary support for perinatal DBT, this literature is scant and empirical rigour considerably lacking. Clinical implications and future directions are outlined to aid researchers and providers in addressing the ongoing perinatal mental health crisis and developing sorely needed interventions to address the needs of high‐risk caregivers.

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Interpersonal Violence and Perinatal Mental Health

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Mental health of vulnerable groups experiencing a drought or bushfire: a systematic review

Mental health of vulnerable groups experiencing a drought or bushfire: a systematic review

Applications of dialectical behavioural therapy in the perinatal period: A scoping review

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