THE WILDERMAN FUND 

Advancing Knowledge and the Science of

Perinatal and Perimenopausal Mental Health

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 OUR VISION

"The vision is to weave perinatal and women's mental health into the culture and fabric of healthcare itself. It's about system change, creating better standard of care."

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 Who We Help 

PHYSICIANS, HOSPITALS
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Education, resources and support. Our programs for providers and hospitals help improve care options for patients, business growth, and quality of outcomes.

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For Patients & Their Families

Our Center for Maternal Mental Health and network for support, resources and treatment options to prevent and survive mental health challenges.

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We are committed to advancing science, societal infrastructure and healthcare culture. We understand the gaps, address the core issues, and create more effective and sustainable solutions.

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 Facts and Statistics

More women die from pregnancy-related complications in America than in any other developed country. Postpartum Depression the most common complication; Suicide is the leading cause of death in postpartum women.

1 in 5

20% of women who have been pregnant will suffer from a Perinatal Mood or Anxiety Disorder

$18.3 Billion

Estimated societal cost of Untreated Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders in the US in 2020

26%

Increase in the Maternal Mortality Rate in the United States from 2000-2014

93%

925,000 postpartum women do not have access + help

Every 25 Minutes

1 baby is born suffering from Opiate Withdrawal

50%

Up to 50% of individuals with Postpartum Depression are never detected

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Aurielle’s Story: Depression, OCD, and PTSD from Traumatic Childbirth. *Trigger Warning

PERINATAL MOOD AND ANXIETY DISORDERS,                 MENOPAUSE AND HORMONES,                 GENETICS, INFERTILITY

DEPRESSION

One of several mental illnesses affecting 20% of peripartum and perimenopausal women .

 

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ANXIETY

Affects more than 30% of peripartum or perimenopausal women. Racing, intrusive thoughts are common and can worsen if untreated.

 

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OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)

Symptoms are common, but unwanted and repetitive. Intrusive thoughts and behaviors interfere with daily life and functioning.

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POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)

Resulting from real and perceived trauma, a debilitating illness affecting over 10% of women and partners.

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POSTPARTUM PSYCHOSIS

The most rare diagnosis affecting 0.1% - 0.2% of postpartum women, usually within the first 2 weeks.

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BIPOLAR (BPD) AND MOOD DISORDERS

A Bipolar or Mood Disorder is characterized by periods of extreme highs (hypomania/mania) and lows (depression).

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MAJOR DONORS

A&B Medical  ALLISON, SEAN, & CHLOE BREITSTEINAerin Hyun, MD, Ph. DAgresta Psy Group Logo (2)TWF Partner Logos
Dr. Gerald S. Shatz and Crista E. Carr-ShatzThe Wilderman Familyaiseal-of-transparency                      

FACTS & PROFESSIONAL QUOTES

More women will suffer from postpartum depression and related illnesses in a year than the combined number of new cases for men and women of tuberculosis, leukemia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, lupus and epilepsy."
Postpartum Progress
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OB/GYNs need to be there to reassure mothers that whatever they're feeling—whatever 'bad' thoughts they're having—are normal. You're not a bad mom because you're dealing with mental health issues."
Jamie Zahlaway-Belsito, National Advocacy Chair, The National Coaltion for Maternal Mental Health
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Only Aurielle could truly understand my early-menopause depression at 27, which I had top of postpartum depression and issues with hormones. There was no one else. She saved my life."
Harvard Center on the Developing Child
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Women during their childbearing years account for the largest group of Americans with depression."
American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
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Women who suffer from depression during pregnancy and their infants are at risk for costly complications.  Nearly $15 billion dollars is spent on childbirth-related hospitalizations and half of these costs are billed to private insurance."
National Business Group on Health
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