Perinatal · Canada
Canada releases first-of-their-kind guidelines for treating mood and anxiety disorders in pregnancy and postpartum
Health Canada's new guidelines provide formal recommendations for perinatal psychiatric care.
Health Canada released its first national clinical guidelines for treating mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period, addressing a long-standing gap in formal Canadian guidance.
The guidelines cover both pharmacological and non-pharmacological options and are intended for primary care as well as specialty providers.
Read the full Health Canada release for the guideline summary and download.
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