Treating Postnatal Depression: A Psychological Approach for Health Care Practitioners

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Jeannette Milgrom (Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre, Melbourne, Australia) Paul R. Martin (University of New England, Armidale, Australia)

Treating Postnatal Depression

A Psychological Approach for Health Care Practitioners

Jeannette Milgrom (Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre, Melbourne, Australia), Paul R. Martin (University of New England, Armidale, Australia), Lisa M. Negri (La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia)

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English

John Wiley & Sons Inc
16 December 1999

Gynaecology & obstetrics; Neonatal medicine; Clinical psychology

"When mothers feel depressed in the months after childbirth, their feelings have often been dismissed as understandable reactions to the stress of caring for a new baby, perhaps complicated by family and marital demands. Most mothers cope, with varying degrees of support and success, but for many the neglect and misunderstanding of postnatal emotional problems can lead to long-term difficulties, with implications for their families as well as for mental health services. This book provides an understanding of depression following childbirth which draws together current theories and a synthesis of key research with a framework for intervention. It provides a novel way of thinking about postnatal depression, and a treatment program which is based on this model. The clinical programs and interventions which are outlined have been found to be effective at reducing postnatal depression. These programs are aimed at developing coping skills in women which:
* Reduce the symptoms of postnatal depression
* Improve maternal functioning in terms of self-esteem, assertiveness and coping
* Address marital and partner difficulties which often arise
* Deal with parent-infant difficulties the may exist
* Facilitate the use and development of existing social networks

The authors have reviewed current knowledge on postnatal depression, and given guidelines for best practice in a variety of approaches to treatment and prevention, Included is a detailed account of a tried-and-tested 10-week treatment program, together with materials and resources that a busy clinician might need to implement a similar program. Treating postnatal Depression will be a valuable resource for clinical psychologists, counsellors, psychiatrists, nurses, health visitors, midwives and other professionals who need to understand and deal with the emotional problems of mothers and babies. ""A very readable book which presents an excellent overview of this important topic, and allows the authors to share their wealth of clinical experience in the clinical management of depressed mothers."" Professor Peter Lewinsohn, University of Oregon ""This book is a very timely and accessible approach for health care workers who treat women with postnatal depression Medical interventions alone are rarely adequate in the management of this disorder, an understanding of the psychological issues is essential, and this comprehensive manual, which deals with how to approach the complexities of the disorder, will aid workers significantly and, ultimately, benefit those who are suffering."" Professor Anne Buist, University of Melbourne Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre"

By: Jeannette Milgrom (Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre Melbourne Australia), Paul R. Martin (University of New England, Armidale, Australia), Lisa M. Negri (La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 169mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 482g
ISBN: 9780471986454
ISBN 10: 0471986453
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 16 December 1999
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , A / AS level , Undergraduate
Replaced By: 9781118977750
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jeannette Milgrom is Professor of Psychology in the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences at the University of Melbourne, Director of Clinical and Health Psychology at Austin Health and Founder and Director of the Parent-Infant Research Institute, Australia. She is internationally recognized for her work with mothers and babies. She is the author of six books, including Psychology and Psychiatry: Integrating Medical Practice and Treating Postnatal Depression: A Psychological Approach for Health Care Practitioners, and over 110 scientific articles and chapters. Paul R. Martin is Professor and Head of the School of Psychology at Griffith University, Australia. Lisa M. Negri is the author of Treating Postnatal Depression: A Psychological Approach for Health Care Practitioners, published by Wiley.

Reviews for Treating Postnatal Depression: A Psychological Approach for Health Care Practitioners

... an excellent distillation of the authors' clinical experience and academic rigour ... I would not hesitate to recommend it... --Marce Newsletter, December 2000 this is a comprehensive easily readable and highly accessible text... --British Journal of Clinical Psychology, November 2000