Web-based training for implementing evidence-based management of postpartum depression.
BACKGROUND
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant mental health problem that is common in primary care and often under-recognized and under-treated.


METHODS
We developed an educational website (www.step-ppd.com) to give primary care providers easy access to up-to-date information on PPD and evidence-based approaches for assessing and treating PPD. Three web-based modules include didactic information, case studies, interactive video clips, and links to additional resources.


RESULTS
The Support and Training to Enhance Primary Care (STEP)-PPD website is a new and valuable resource for primary care providers that can be easily accessed online and provides accurate and current information on best practices for evidence-based management of PPD in primary care settings.


CONCLUSIONS
The STEP-PPD website is publicly available and free of charge. To register for and view the program, visit www.step-ppd.com.
Baker
Cynthia D
CD
Danya International, Inc., Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA. cbaker@danya.com
Kamke
Hannah
H
O'Hara
Michael W
MW
Stuart
Scott
S
D019052:Depression, Postpartum / Q000188:drug therapy*; D019468:Disease Management; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine / Q000193:education*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D010821:Physicians, Family / Q000193:education; D014481:United States