Mandated perinatal mental health screening in California: a mixed-methods exploration

Key Points

• Incremental improvements in screening rates were observed following the mandate implementation, but not all patients were screened.
• OBGYNs reported that screening alone did not significantly facilitate access to mental healthcare services.
• The analysis included quantitative data on screening rates alongside qualitative insights from healthcare providers.
• The findings highlight challenges in translating screening into improved mental health treatment access.

Abstract