Almost every state in the nation is falling short in addressing the mental health needs of new and expecting mothers, with the US only scoring a D+ grade. Black, Indigenous, and low-income communities are disproportionately affected by maternal mental health conditions.
Black women face a higher risk of perinatal mood disorders and are less likely to receive treatment due to factors like stigma and financial barriers, with racism, gender, class, and age contributing to their stress and health disadvantages.
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