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Beyond the Blues: A Guide to Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression [Paperback]

Shoshana S. Bennett (Author), Pec Indman (Author)
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"Refreshingly easy to read and understand. Informative, concise and truly user friendly. A valuable tool for clinicians and consumers alike." -- Joyce A. Venis, R.N.C., President, Depression After Delivery, Inc.

"Succinct yet informative, a useful guide for the busy practitioner or overwhelmed mother." -- Valerie Raskin MD, psychiatrist, author of This Isn't What I Expected.

A compact, comprehensive manual on prenatal and postpartum depression. Readable and practical; a quick read with an easy-to-handle format. -- Library Journal

A true breaktrough on the topic of perinatal depression. This is the one book you should have on your shelf. -- Lisa Nakamura, Postpartum Doula, Nurturing Mother Postpartum Services

Extremely valuable resource guide presented in an engaging and informative format that both enlightens and reassures the reader. Highly recommended! -- Sarah F. McMoyler, RN, BSN,FACCE, Founder/Director, Sarah McMoyler's Birth University

I recommend this useful book. It's an excellent source of information on perinatal depression in a straightforward and concise format. -- Leslie Lowell-Stoutenberg, RNC,MS, Director Pregnancy & Postpartum Mood & Anxiety Disorder Program

It is well reasearched and indexed for quick and easy reference by healthcare providers as well as clients and families. -- Pat Ross, RN, IBCLC, Kaiser Permanente

This book provided hope at a time when it was hard to find. -- Mark S., Husband of recovering wife

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Beyond the Blues contains the most up-to-date information about risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mood disorders in pregnancy and postpartum. Straightforward yet compassionate, it is required reading for all who work with pregnant and postpartum women, as well as for those suffering before or after the baby is born.
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Product Details

  • Paperback: 148 pages
  • Publisher: Moodswings Press (March 14, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0971712417
  • ISBN-13: 978-0971712416
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,083,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightens and Reassures, September 8, 2003
This review is from: Beyond the Blues: A Guide to Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression (Paperback)
"Contrary to popular mythology, pregnancy is not always a happy, glowing experience! Approximately 10 percent of women experience depression. Of these, about 15 percent are so severely depressed that they attempt suicide."

During a time when you would imagine most women would be happy and fulfilled in their new roles as a mother, many women experience the nightmare of postpartum depression. While many of us have heard of postpartum depression (PPD), I was unaware of prenatal depression. In fact, this book presents five postpartum mood disorders that can also occur during pregnancy.

Since depression can have fatal results, it is essential to get counseling. This book is not intended to be a replacement for individual counseling, medical assessment or group support. "Beyond the Blues" shows the reality of Prenatal and Postpartum depression. It is one of the most well-organized books I've seen on any type of depression. You can quickly assess the condition and find help, treatment options and support.

The authors wrote this book to help provide critical information to psychotherapists and clients. Shoshana S. Bennett, Ph. D., founded "Postpartum Assistance for Mothers in 1987" and also holds her second masters degree in Psychology and a doctorate in Clinical Counseling. Pec Indman, Ed.D., MFT has a doctorate in counseling and a masters degree in health psychology.

Our Stories - Shoshana and Pec show how they became aware of perinatal mood disorders. You soon realize the lack of sensitivity out there in the "real world" and can't believe we humans are not more nurturing. For some women, becoming a new mom can be a shocking experience when they start feeling suicidal.

Pregnancy and Postpartum Psychiatric Illness - An excellent chapter showing how perinatal mood disorders are caused by hormonal changes. The authors explain a variety of mood disorders. Some are not "considered a disorder" but can be experienced by 80 percent of mothers. What I found interesting was the "risk factors." PMS and PMDD are risk factors. This chapter contains stories of women who went through one of the mood disorders. I was shocked at how much I didn't know about pregnancy even after reading numerous books on the subject.

Women With Postpartum Mood Disorders - Once you have analyzed your behaviour or the behavior of a friend/client, you can then find a therapist, website information, find people to support you, understand the value of medication and develop a healthier lifestyle. The section on "myths" was enlightening.

Partners - You will be especially encouraged by the "What to Say, What Not to Say" comments. Learning to be encouraging should be an essential life skill.

Siblings, Family, and Friends - A great chapter on how you can explain this disorder to children, family and friends. Love the list of "What you can do to help."

Health Practitioners - The authors present answers to the questions they have been asked over the years. They deal with signs, symptoms and treatment. This is just an excellent chapter for doctors who are going to be asking the pertinent questions. Later, in the Appendix, there are Medical Terms with definitions.

Treatment - Yes, there is hope. Read this chapter to find out how you can use a combination of therapies to encourage a more balanced mood. It was interesting to consider the "impact of medication vs. the impact of illness." It was very comforting to know that SSRIs or TCAs can be used during pregnancy. This was news to me and will give you a sense of security, especially if you have realized the risk factors involved in getting pregnant in the first place. The authors also discuss drugs that should not be taken during pregnancy. You can even use sleep aids? Who knew! This was very helpful. There are even charts showing what treatment should be used during what stage. Doctors need this information!

Resources - A collection of websites and organizations to help you take care of yourself and do more research. You may also want to read additional books on this subject. A list is provided. The book ends with a helpful index.

If you have ever been depressed, you know that sometimes just knowing someone understands what you are going through, can be very healing. "Beyond the Blues" is a beautiful gift to women struggling with pregnancy-related mood disorders. This is literally a book that could help you save your life or the life of a woman who needs your emotional support.

Highly Recommended as essential reading for the human race! If you know someone who is pregnant or if you are pregnant, you should read this book. You know, I even think this book will be helpful for anyone dealing with a situation in which they are caring for someone experiencing depression.

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New Moms taking charge of their health
Anyone who is considering becoming pregnant and wants to evaluate the risk factors.
Primary Care Providers
Pediatricians
OB/Gyns and Midwives
Psychiatrists
Doulas
Nurses
Lactation Consultants
Childbirth Educators
New Parent Group Leaders

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Right to the Point, May 10, 2003
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As a survivor of PPD myself, as well as a support group leader and clinician, I found this book to be just what the doctor ordered. The verbage is in lay terms, making it easy to understand, whether you're a new mom, a support person or a clinician. It contains all of the must-know facts about postpatum illness. The most helpful section to me was the "Do Say" and "Don't Say." I wish I had that book back when I was suffering. I would have had my friends read it! "Snap out of it" was a common phrase and that just made me feel worse. I highly recommend this book, no matter what your role is in the life of the sufferer.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Sufferer of postpartum Anxiety, April 2, 2007
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I can honestly say that I have purchased about 15-20 books regarding PPD in the last year and this book has been the most informative, encouraging and beneficial to me, along with being easy to read. I highly recommend this book to anyone suffering from PPD, or a spouse/friend of someone suffering from this. When you are a sufferer, you find yourself agonizing over why you are feeling the way you do. Finally, someone has written a book that answers all the questions you are asking. This book will help you get through your day, this book will help you realize that this dark cloud will not stay forever, this book will help you get better.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding help for the suffering mother or mother to be
It was such a relief to be able to read something that was so honest and had real life stories of other mother's experiences with PPD. Read more
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Thank Goodness for this book. While PPD (Post Partum Depression) has gotten a lot of coverage in the media........ Read more
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This book is a quick and easy read. I read it after having suffered postpartum depression and was able to highlight several passages in the book of the exact things I thought,... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Joy Fullhardt, LCSW, ACSW and Mom
Beyond the Blues is an informative and educational tool for ALL interested in gaining or enhancing their knowledge of prenatal and postpartum depression. Read more
Published on August 25, 2008 by Joy Fullhardt

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the money
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Published on August 5, 2008 by D Lindsey

4.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Blues
The authors, Drs. Bennett and Indman, provide an excellent overview of perinatal mood disorders in this brief, easy-to-read but complete guide. Read more
Published on June 18, 2008 by Sarah R. Fields

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read.....
I did not have the "baby blues" with my first child. However, I did with my second. This book helped me understand postpartum depression. I read this book in about 90 minutes. Read more
Published on June 8, 2008 by Kel

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick read, intelligently written
The authors provide a sensitive, comprehensive yet understandable overview of what prenatal and postpartum depression is, the common symptoms and the various treatment options... Read more
Published on March 31, 2008 by DEG

5.0 out of 5 stars Very practical to the point information that doesn't create anxiety
Being a PPD survivor, I feel that out of all the books I read, this one was the best. It provided stories I could relate to, factual information about postpartum mood disorders,... Read more
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