Maternal and Child Health Conference: Maternal and Child Mental Health

Mental health of women and children is often overlooked but nearly half of all pregnancy-associated deaths in Arizona are related to mental health conditions or substance use disorders. Most of these deaths are preventable if timely and trauma-informed care are provided. In Arizona, great disparities exist with regard to maternal mental health-related deaths with women from tribal nations experiencing the greatest risk. The 2023 Maternal and Child Health Conference takes place on Thursday, April 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. MST (Arizona time) and will share local data and solutions for addressing the complexities surrounding maternal and child mental health and wellbeing.

This interdisciplinary virtual conference will bring together providers, researchers and community stakeholders interested in maternal and child mental health. Over the course of one day, attendees will come together to further their science and practice addressing determinants of maternal and child mental health at the personal, family, community and environmental level, ultimately helping families thrive in the face of adversity.

Please join us to hear from local and state leaders and community members during plenaries, participate in skill-building sessions, and share your own work in this area.