Pregnancy and Childbirth during COVID-19 Lockdown in Patients under Treatment for Psychological Disorders
Source: By:Rizzi G.,Crispino S., Cauli G., Cavelzani A., Anniverno R.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.30564/jim.v9i2.2484
Abstract:This article aims to discuss the psychological consequences of the COVID-19 lockdown for patients being treated for psychological disorders and preparing for childbirth.
Two clinical examples are used for illustration
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