Preventing Suicide During Pregnancy and After Birth

Suicides during pregnancy and after birth are increasing in the U.S., but many of these deaths are preventable. Mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, which affect many pregnant and postpartum individuals, significantly increase the risk of suicide. Experts from the University of Michigan emphasize the importance of early identification, treatment, and social support to help reduce these preventable deaths, drawing on their research and resources in perinatal mental health.