PSI Risk Factors and Prevention 3

Question 1

Which group is at particularly elevated risk for perinatal depression due to systemic barriers and historical trauma?

Accepted Answer

Black and Indigenous women in the US

Answer

White women in high-income households

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Women with advanced degrees

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Women over age 40 only

Question 2

Adolescent mothers are at higher risk for postpartum depression due to which combined factors?

Accepted Answer

Social isolation, lack of social support, economic hardship, and developmental stage challenges

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Advanced age and career pressure

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Overabundance of social support

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Genetic factors unique to adolescents

Question 3

How does a prior history of childhood adverse events (ACEs) affect perinatal mental health?

Accepted Answer

High ACE scores are associated with significantly elevated risk for perinatal depression and anxiety

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ACEs only affect physical health outcomes during pregnancy

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ACE history has no predictive value for perinatal mental health

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High ACE scores are protective because of resilience building

Question 4

What is a key preventive role of doulas in perinatal mental health?

Accepted Answer

Providing continuous emotional, physical, and informational support that reduces stress and PMAD risk

Answer

Prescribing preventive medications

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Replacing obstetric providers

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Conducting formal psychiatric assessments

Question 5

Why is universal prenatal mental health screening important from a prevention standpoint?

Accepted Answer

It identifies high-risk individuals early so preventive interventions can be offered before symptoms develop

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It is required only for high-income patients

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It replaces postnatal screening

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It eliminates the need for therapy

Question 6

Which nutrient deficiency has been studied in relation to postpartum depression risk?

Accepted Answer

Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA/EPA) deficiency

Answer

Vitamin C deficiency

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Calcium excess

Answer

Iron toxicity