Health workers would use policies for postpartum psychosis

The health commissioner would require facilities and licensed workers to develop and use policies for depression and psychosis after childbirth. New Jersey health care facilities and licensed prenatal or postnatal workers are covered. Policies must cover education, discharge information, and screening. Workers must include fathers and other relatives in education and treatment when appropriate. If enacted, this would take effect immediately. Screening would occur before discharge and at the first few checkups after birth.

The health commissioner would add postpartum psychosis to a public information campaign. The campaign would inform the general public about depression and psychosis after childbirth. It would also explain symptoms, ways to cope, and treatment. If enacted, the expansion would take effect immediately.