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The role of community pharmacists in the identification and ongoing management of women at risk for perinatal depression: A qualitative study

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  • Sabrine Elkhodr
  • Maya Saba
  • Claire O’Reilly
  • Bandana Saini

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Background: While pharmacists are among the most accessible primary health professionals within a mother’s healthcare team to identify potential cases of perinatal depression (PND), very little in the literature suggests that this role has been explored. Aim: The aim of this study was to explore community pharmacists’ perspectives on their potential roles in perinatal mental health promotion (recognition and health education) and the factors affecting these roles. Methods: In total, 20 semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with community pharmacists. Results: Most pharmacists highlighted their significant roles in recognising PND symptoms and providing medication-related support to perinatal mothers. Barriers to service provision included inter-professional role boundaries, the lack of established referral systems and service remuneration and the lack of adequate training in mental health. Conclusion: Pharmacists could potentially reinforce their involvement in mental health promotion activities.

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  • Sabrine Elkhodr & Maya Saba & Claire O’Reilly & Bandana Saini, 2018. "The role of community pharmacists in the identification and ongoing management of women at risk for perinatal depression: A qualitative study," International Journal of Social Psychiatry, , vol. 64(1), pages 37-48, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:socpsy:v:64:y:2018:i:1:p:37-48
    DOI: 10.1177/0020764017746198
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