PMH-C Risk Factors 2

Question 1

Which socioeconomic factor is most strongly associated with increased risk for perinatal depression?

Accepted Answer

Low income and financial stress

Answer

Low income and financial stress are among the strongest socioeconomic predictors of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Question 2

A client reports that her mother and sister both experienced postpartum depression. This elevates her risk primarily due to which factor?

Accepted Answer

Genetic heritability of mood disorders

Answer

Family history of depression reflects genetic heritability, which is a well-established biological risk factor for perinatal mood disorders.

Question 3

Which pregnancy complication is most associated with increased risk of perinatal anxiety disorders?

Accepted Answer

Hyperemesis gravidarum

Answer

Hyperemesis gravidarum, due to its severe physical symptoms and functional impairment, is significantly associated with increased perinatal anxiety and depression.

Question 4

Intimate partner violence (IPV) during pregnancy increases risk for perinatal mental health disorders primarily through which mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Chronic trauma and toxic stress activation

Answer

IPV activates the HPA axis and chronic stress response, leading to toxic stress that substantially elevates risk for PMAD.

Question 5

A nulliparous client at 32 weeks gestation expresses intense fear of childbirth. This is best described as a risk factor for which perinatal condition?

Accepted Answer

Tokophobia-related anxiety and PTSD

Answer

Severe fear of childbirth (tokophobia) is a recognized risk factor for perinatal anxiety, PTSD, and negative birth experiences.

(PMH-C) Perinatal Mental Health Certification Practice Test

(PMH-C) Perinatal Mental Health Certification Practice Test

PMH-C Risk Factors 2