New York A11707 distinguishes postpartum psychosis from postpartum depression and mandates screening guidelines for the condition.

New York A11707 amends the public health law to recognize postpartum psychosis as a distinct condition from postpartum depression. The bill directs the Department of Health to create screening guidelines for postpartum psychosis and provide information to maternal health care providers. These guidelines will include recommendations on when and how often to screen for postpartum psychosis, screening for social needs, and referrals for follow-up evaluation and treatment.

New York A11707 distinguishes postpartum psychosis from postpartum depression and mandates screening guidelines for the condition.

New York A11707 amends the public health law to recognize postpartum psychosis as a distinct condition from postpartum depression. The bill directs the Department of Health to create screening guidelines for postpartum psychosis and provide information to maternal health care providers. These guidelines will include recommendations on when and how often to screen for postpartum psychosis, screening for social needs, and referrals for follow-up evaluation and treatment.