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Perinatal Psychosis: When Reality Falters | Lake Charles News
Perinatal psychosis is a rare but serious mental health crisis affecting new mothers and pregnant individuals, marked by delusions and hallucinations—like believing you gave birth to a non-human baby. Though impacting just 1-2 in every 1,000 births, it still affects thousands annually, with severe risks if untreated. It’s not a personal failing—no one chooses this. Immediate, specialized care—where mom and baby stay together—is critical. Often misdiagnosed as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, this condition has roots in history and accessible treatment options, including insurance-covered…
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