Screening for perinatal depression: a review of tools and barriers

Abstract

help. Health providers’ barriers include the lack of time, a belief that patients do not want to be treated for depression, the fear of legal consequences and the lack of training in screening. Regular training programmes might improve the situation. Mental health stigma has also been reported to be widespread among healthcare pro-fessionals. A higher priority given to mental health in the undergraduate curriculum and during professional training can contribute to reducing stigma in health care.