A Daughter's Touch: One Woman's Journey through Postpartum Depression [Paperback]

Sylvia Lasalandra (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2005

It's a modern day horror story -- a worldwide pandemic that impacts up to one in five families with sometimes terrifying and tragic results. It completely alters a person's personality, moods, morality. In its most sinister form, it drives young mothers to suicide and even murder. It affects women of all ages, economic status, and all ethnic backgrounds. There actually is such a threat and it's called Postpartum Depression (PPD) and though it's been studied for decades, the real horror is that so few women and men realize the sheer destructiveness, the utter lethality of this illness. "A Daughter’s Touch" is an honest account of one woman's journey through postpartum depression, told with uncommon compassion and humor.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Sylvia Lasalandra is a survivor of PPD and this is her riveting story. Scathing, brilliant, and often times hilarious, this account of her near-fatal struggle with PPD details the harrowing frustration she experienced with doctors, psychiatrists, agencies and even friends as she fought for her life and that of her child.

Product Details

• Paperback: 195 pages
• Publisher: Quattro M Publishing; 1st edition (June 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097648370X
• ISBN-13: 978-0976483700
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,230,217 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #87 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Postpartum Depression

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly helps you understand Post Partum Depression February 10, 2010

By dand

Format:Paperback

This book is a very easy read and well written. Sylvia brings you into her deepest thoughts and emotions as she suffered with PP depression. Highly recommended for anyone suffering PP depression or questioning if they are, for their families/friends and healthcare professionals. You will understand the need for help and the need to protect the mothers suffering PP depression and their babies. All will understand through Sylvia how frightening a disease this is and that there is hope and recovery. Great book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book by an amazing author September 16, 2009

By K. Averill

Format:Paperback

Postpartum depression... not something most of us think about unless you are suffering from it or love someone who is. This book is an absolute must read if you are looking for some personal understanding of postpartum depression. Sylvia gives a very forthright and personal description of her battle which makes you feel as though you are walking in her shoes. When you are done reading this very informative and entertaining book (trust me, you will not be able to put it down) you will have the knowledge and insight to be able to either help someone suffering or find help for yourself.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Compassion and Connection September 11, 2009

By Karen Kleiman

Format:Paperback

Sylvia Lasalandra has done a remarkable job describing the indescribable. She knows exactly what to say and how to say it so women can connect with her experience and ultimately, believe that there is light at the end of the darkness. Her dedication to the field is tireless and impressive. Thank you Sylvia, for all your hard work, your inspiring book and especially for your commitment to women who suffer from PPD and who seek comfort from you and your experience so they, too, can believe in themselves again.