Conquering Postpartum Depression: A Proven Plan For Recovery

by Ronald Rosenberg, James Windell, Deborah Greening

Each year over 400,000 new mothers experience a range of negative emotional reactions-categorized as postpartum depression (PPD). Yet most obstetricians misunderstand and mistreat PPD, prescribing a single-therapy, simplistic approach that frequently falls short of curing the patient.Based on the authors' research and unique, highly successful treatment, Conquering Postpartum Depression outlines a groundbreaking multidisciplinary action plan for beating PPD, including a combination of talk therapy, new-parent counseling, and in many cases the safe use of antidepressant medications even while pregnant or breastfeeding. With the newest information on how genetic factors and pre-existing conditions can contribute to PPD, Conquering Postpartum Depression is the book that new mothers and even doctors reach to for authoritative and reassuring counsel.

224 pages, Paperback

First published June 18, 2003

Reviews

[Kristin B. · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far I like this books bio/psycho/spiritual team approach to treating PPD. I'm liking it, however, would definitely think this would merely be a supplement to more in-depth material. It doesn't go into great detail about PPD, but is a great resource for the consumer looking to understand more about PPD symptoms and getting help. The book offers three main sections: Know your PPD Risk, Get a Comprehensive Assessment for Postpartum Depression and Get Help from a Specialized Team (OB/Midwife, Prescriber, Psychotherapist)