Hurricane exposure tied to rise in maternal mental health issues

Hurricane exposure tied to rise in maternal mental health issues

Women who have to deal with multiple hurricanes during pregnancy have an increased risk of psychological distress, according to a study published earlier this year. Specifically, the study found that pregnant women who are exposed to two or more extreme weather events are more likely than other pregnant women to develop mood and anxiety disorders, incident-related mental disorders, and severe mental illness.

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