The expert opinion of a Spanish psychiatrist has proven crucial in overturning a woman’s conviction in a case of pregnancy denial

The evaluation of psychiatrist Ibone Olza has been key in the process of understanding this mental disorder.This case in Costa Rica is a clear example of restorative justice in recognizing that both judicial and healthcare systems failed the woman.   On June 8th, the Court of Justice of San José (Costa Rica) acquitted 35 year-old…

Physical and emotional measures for the perinatal period – COVID 19 pandemic

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory tract infection caused by a newly emergent coronavirus, that was first recognized in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. While most people with COVID-19 develop only mild or uncomplicated illness, approximately 14% develop severe disease that requires hospitalization and oxygen support, and 5% require admission to an intensive care…