Mental Health Toolkit

Resources for providers, but available to all interested.

Organizations and Support for Women

Kansas Chapter of Postpartum Support International
PSI-KS is the Kansas state chapter of Postpartum Support International (PSI), the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.
Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Toolkits
These plans and toolkits have been created through the work of many state and local partners with a shared interest in providing coordinated and comprehensive mental and behavioral health services to women before, during and after pregnancy.
The Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color
The PMHA-POC is bridging the gap in perinatal mental health support services for birthing persons, providers, and communities of color.
Postpartum Support International
The purpose of the organization is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum. Approximately 15% of all women will experience postpartum depression following the birth of a child. Up to 10% will experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy. When the mental health of the mother is compromised, it affects the entire family.
Psychiatric Consultation and Care Coordination
Services are provided at no cost to providers serving perinatal patients in Kansas including Resource and Referral Support, Psychiatric Consultations, and Direct Telehealth Assessments for Patients.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is a membership organization dedicated to the advancement of women’s health care and the professional and socioeconomic interests of its members through continuing medical education, practice, research, and advocacy.

Intimate Partner Violence

Although estimates vary, Intimate Partner Violence (including sexual violence, physical violence, and stalking) is experienced by approximately 36% of US women and 33% of US men during their lifetime. Severe physical violence is experienced by 21% of US women and 15% of US men during their lifetime. Prevalence rates vary by age, race/ethnicity, and income. The following sites provide background, screening and resources.

(AHRQ) – Intimate Partner Violence Screening
The AHRQ evidence, guidance and suggestions for intervention related to intimate partner violence.
Kansas Attorney General’s page on Domestic Violence
This page contains resources in Kansas for victims and law enforcement.
Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence
This site includes specific suggestions related to talking to and supporting a victim.
Kansas Sexual and Domestic Violence Service Providers
A list of local shelters in Kansas.
The National Domestic Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
The USPSTF recommends that women of reproductive age are screened and referred to services if positive.

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Mental Health Toolkit

Organizations and Support for Women

Intimate Partner Violence