Depression in New Mothers: Causes, Consequences, and Treatment Alternatives
By Kathleen A Kendall-Tackett.
Description
Depression is the number one cause of maternal death in developed countries and results in adverse health outcomes for both mother and child. It is vital, therefore, that health professionals are ready and able to help those women that suffer from perinatal and postpartum depression (PPD). This book provides a comprehensive approach to treating PPD in an easy-to-use format. It reviews the research and brings together the evidence-base for understanding the causes and for assessing the different treatment options, including those that are safe for use with breastfeeding mothers. It incorpor...
ISBN(s)
0415778395, 9780415778398
