1. Which of the following best describes why screening for mental health issues in pregnant and postpartum women is crucial?

• Allows for early support and management which improves outcomes
• Identifies genetic risk factors for mental illness
• Provides data on prevalence within the population
• Confirms the diagnosis when symptoms are already severe

2. When should healthcare providers screen pregnant and postpartum women for mood disorders?

• Only if there is prior history of mental illness
• At least once in late pregnancy and postpartum
• Only when the patient complains of mood symptoms
• Screening is not recommended due to low yields

3. The EPDS and PDSS screening tools survey which of the following aspects?

• Mainly anxiety and traumatic triggers
• Overall life event stress scores
• Thought disturbances and psychosis risk
• Depressive and anxiety-related mood symptoms

4. Which of the following services and support interventions are recommended to promote maternal mental well-being?

• Individual counseling only
• Peer support groups only
• Medications as first line treatment
• A combination of counseling, peer support and medications

5. How can healthcare providers make a significant impact on maternal mental healthcare?

• Refer immediately to specialist care at first signs
• Provide education, initial support while screening over time
• Discharge quickly with outpatient follow up
• Focus on physical health issues instead