Maternal depression and perception of teratogenic risk.
Depression in pregnancy is characterized by unrealistically heightened perception of teratogenic risk. Appropriate counseling regarding the exposure at hand can assist in reducing maternal concerns. Addressing depression during pregnancy and, in parallel, providing evidence based counseling and reassurance regarding different antidepressants in pregnancy may avert major health risks.
Motherisk Program, Division of Clin Pharmacology-Toxicology, Department of Pediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children and University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
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D000328:Adult; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000523:psychology*; D012306:Risk; D064793:Teratogenesis