by Sally Field
First published 2018
Maternal mental health challenges affect countless women during pregnancy and after childbirth, yet many healthcare professionals lack proper training to recognize and address these issues. Sally Field creates a comprehensive guide that transforms complex psychiatric concepts into practical tools for doctors, nurses, and social workers. The book teaches readers how to identify signs of maternal mental illness, make appropriate referrals, and provide effective support during the perinatal period. Field covers both medical and social factors that influence maternal wellbeing, offering concrete strategies for helping expectant and new mothers navigate mental health difficulties. This training manual equips healthcare workers with the knowledge they need to deliver competent perinatal mental health care, filling a critical gap in professional education.
Genres: psychology, medical, self-help, non-fiction, health, academic
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, practical-guide
245 pages · Paperback · Independently published