In this newsletter, a new, free-to-republish report on postpartum depression in Texas and how a group of UT researchers is trying to use AI to help new mothers.

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AI chatbots could fill gaps in postpartum depression support and care

Along with the physical challenges of childbirth, postpartum depression is an additional concern for many new mothers. In Texas, 1-in-5 women experience postpartum depression, surpassing the 1-in-7 national average, according to state health data.

At the University of Texas, a specialized research lab focusing on postpartum depression is working on a tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to bridge the gap between mental health care and support for women facing symptoms of the condition.

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