Healthcare professionals’ views on barriers, facilitators and optimisation of care for perinatal anxiety: a qualitative investigation

Key Points

• Barriers to care for perinatal anxiety include lack of training and resources, leading to inadequate support for patients.
• Facilitators like effective communication and multidisciplinary approaches enhance care for individuals facing perinatal anxiety.
• Qualitative analysis captures in-depth insights from healthcare professionals regarding care challenges and solutions.
• Optimizing care pathways for perinatal anxiety is crucial, particularly given the increasing prevalence of mental health issues during this period.