Best Lives
Best Lives
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Bringing you the latest in pediatric research from BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. We highlight investigators, clinicians, and their trainees here at the research institute whose work is helping kids live their healthiest, happiest lives.
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The podcast centers around pediatric health research, highlighting diverse topics such as vaccine education, mental health in children, and innovations in pediatric therapies. For instance, episodes include discussions on HPV vaccine education, barriers to uptake, and the role of schools in promoting health awareness.
Bringing you the latest in pediatric research from BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. We highlight researchers, clinicians, and their trainees here at the Research Institute whose work is helping kids live their healthiest, happiest lives. The Best Lives podcast is a leading Canadian pediatric medicine and research podcast!
This episode explores the critical intersection of maternal mental health and child development, focusing on the implications of antidepressant use during pregnancy. Dr. Tim Oberlander discusses his extensive research on the effects of prenatal antidepressant exposure, the importance of managing maternal mental health, and the resilience of children despite various risk factors.
This conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to treatment, considering both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies, while addressing common misconceptions surrounding antidepressants and their effects on child development.
Learn more about the topics discussed in this episode:
Potential risks and benefits of prenatal selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor medications for maternal mental health and child development, Nature Mental Health
The question is not whether SSRIs are universally good or bad, but how best to support maternal mental health, Springer Nature Research Communities
An article that references the above work: Prenatal SSRI risks and benefits: Maternal, child impact, Scienmag
CANMAT’s clinical practice guidelines for the management of perinatal mood, anxiety, and related disorders: Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Perinatal Mood, Anxiety, and Related Disorders, The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry
All episodes written and produced by the Research Communications team at BC Children's Hospital Research Institute.
Theme music: ”Life Is Beautiful” by Anastasia Kir
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