Overview

This topic explores the role of the midwife in understanding and enhancing the psychological wellbeing of women and families throughout the perinatal period. Students will explore psychological illnesses as they relate to the perinatal period, the application of trauma-informed care and the use of screening tools that aid the detection … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

The aim of this topic is to:   

  • Prepare students with the knowledge, skills and scope to care for women and families impacted by psychological and mental health issues

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Examine how pregnancy, childbirth and the transition to parenthood can influence the psychological health and wellbeing of women and families
2.
Analyse the role of the midwife in enhancing perinatal mental health and wellbeing
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Examine clinical tools and approaches to care provision that aid the detection and treatment of perinatal mental illness
4.
Apply a trauma-informed approach to midwifery practice with the goal of enhancing the psychological wellbeing of women and their families
5.
Analyse the relationship between social determinants of health and perinatal mental wellbeing for women

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