Without data that can be collated, analyzed and compared across centres and jurisdictions, it is near impossible to know the prevalence of perinatal mental illness and implement changes required in healthcare services.

With support from the Daymark Foundation, Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) conducted a scoping review to identify existing knowledge, knowledge gaps, and evidence-based approaches for early detection and intervention for youth with/at risk of developing bipolar disorder.

We are on a learning journey to figure out how we can add value to the bipolar disorder space. Here are some of our early thoughts.

While a stepped care approach to mental health has been pursued in many jurisdictions, perinatal mental health is a unique context that warrants more specific discussion on how its concepts might be applied.