Depression After Childbirth: How to Recognize, Treat and Prevent Postnatal Depression (Oxford paperbacks)

Depression After Childbirth: How to Recognize, Treat and Prevent Postnatal Depression (Oxford paperbacks)

by Katharina Dalton (Author), Wendy M. Holton (Author)

Synopsis

It is estimated that there are about 1000 new cases of postnatal depression in Britain every week. The results can be devastating not only to the mother herself, but also to her partner, family, friends. In its most extreme form it can lead to infanticide or suicide. Depression after Childbirth is THE classic text on postnatal depression, one that countless women have found invaluable in helping them understand and cope with this devastating disorder. Now in print for over 20 years, and in its 4th edition, the text has been extensively updated, and includes many new chapters drawing on the latest scientific findings. Included are new chapters on careers and motherhood, coping with stress, a look at the role the partner can play, and the effects on them of PND, and a chapter examining maternal behaviour in animals. The result is a book that will be essential for many women and those around them in helping them through this difficult period.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 220
Edition: 3
Publisher: Oxford Paperbacks
Published: 01 Nov 1996

ISBN 10: 0192861859
ISBN 13: 9780192861856

Author Bio

Katherina Dalton is a Medical Consultant, and Principal at the PMS Clinic, University College Hospital, London. Her daughter, Wendy Holton, helps run the practice, organizing and working on all PMS and PND research projects. She is founder and chairman of PMS help, a charity which offers help to all sufferers of PMS and PND and their families'.