43.121.160 - Postpartum depression--Public information and communication outreach campaign. - Washington Statutes

Postpartum depression — Public information and communication outreach campaign.

The council shall conduct a proactive, public information and communication outreach campaign concerning the significance, signs, and treatment of postpartum depression.

     The public information campaign may, within available funds, include production and distribution of a brochure and communication by electronic media, telephone hotlines, and existing parenting education events funded by the council.

[2005 c 347 § 2.]

Notes: Finding -- 2005 c 347: "The legislature finds that postpartum depression is a serious condition that affects women of all ages, economic status, and racial and ethnic backgrounds. Postpartum depression includes a range of physical and emotional changes that many mothers can have following the birth of a child, which can be treated with medication and counseling. If untreated, however, postpartum depression can lead to further depression, self-destructive behavior, or even suicide, as well as child abuse, neglect, or death of the infant or other siblings." [2005 c 347 § 1.]