Covers psychological, medical, and alternative treatments Identify PPD symptoms, get help, and get your life back Worried that you -- or someone you love -- are suffering from postpartum depression? This understanding, authoritative guide explains this sensitive disorder and how it differs from the "baby blues." You'll see how to find the right doctors, evaluate the various treatments -- from medication to therapy to self-help groups -- and create a comprehensive plan for recovery. Discover how to * Get an accurate diagnosis * Find the proper treatments * Break the cycle of negative thoughts *…mehr
Covers psychological, medical, and alternative treatments Identify PPD symptoms, get help, and get your life back Worried that you -- or someone you love -- are suffering from postpartum depression? This understanding, authoritative guide explains this sensitive disorder and how it differs from the "baby blues." You'll see how to find the right doctors, evaluate the various treatments -- from medication to therapy to self-help groups -- and create a comprehensive plan for recovery. Discover how to * Get an accurate diagnosis * Find the proper treatments * Break the cycle of negative thoughts * Speed up the recovery process * Get support from family and friends * Plan for another baby after PPD
Anders is a Christian writer with a solid theological background with many published articles to his credit. He has years of experience writing powerful sermons and creative stories with a moral or spiritual emphasis. He has a Master of Arts Degree in Christian Ministry. As a certified counselor and spiritual mentor, he has experience researching and writing biblical-based articles on human behavior and a wide range of subjects. Residing at Seven Hills in Ohio, He is involved with Non-profit work and philanthropy.
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Foreword.
Introduction.
Part I: Bringing Postpartum Depression into the Light: WhatIt's All About.
Chapter 1: The Big Adjustment:Welcome to Motherhood.
Chapter 2: These Ain't No Baby Blues: PPD, Up Close andPersonal.
Chapter 3: You Mean There's More? Five Related PostpartumDisorders.
Part II: The Three Little Letters: PPD and You.
Chapter 4: Looking Within: Is PPD Your Big Bad Wolf?
Chapter 5: A Professional Assessment: What's Huffing andPuffing at Your Mind's Door?
Chapter 6: Seeking Out a Therapist to Keep Your Proverbial HouseStanding.
Part III: Diagnosis Confirmed: Looking at the TreatmentOptions for PPD.
Chapter 7: Venting Your Mind and Heart: PsychologicalTreatment.
Chapter 8: Counteracting a Chemical Cause: MedicalTreatments.
Chapter 9: All Things Natural: Alternative Treatments.
Chapter 10: Creating a Comprehensive Treatment Plan.
Part IV: Traveling the Road to Recovery.
Chapter 11: Getting the Most Out of Your Treatment.
Chapter 12: Setting the Supermom Cape Aside: Caring ForYourself.
Chapter 13: Coping with Your Feelings.
Chapter 14: Finding Somebod(ies) to Lean On.
Chapter 15: Helping Your Partner Help You.
Chapter 16: Helping the One You Love: A Chapter for Family,Friends, and Partners.
Part V: Moving Beyond PPD.
Chapter 17: Delight at the End of the Tunnel: Emerging with aNew Sense of Self.
Chapter 18: Deciding Whether to Have Another Baby.
Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 19: Ten Common Fantasies about Motherhood.
Chapter 20: Ten Thoughts to Focus on Throughout the Day.
