Addressing Maternal Mental Health in North Carolina: The Need, Our Existing Systems and Resources, and Opportunities for Expansion

Author: Elizabeth Cuervo Tilson, MD, MPH

Maternal mental health conditions are one of the leading causes of maternal mortality and morbidity and can affect the well-being of infants and families. While North Carolina has many supportive systems and resources in place, more investment is needed to address this critical health issue for our families.