Overcoming Postnatal Depression: A Five Areas Approach

Dr Chris Williams MBChB BSc MMedSc MD FRCPsych BABCP accredited CBT practitioner, Registered CBT therapist with UKCPSenior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist, Section of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Glasgow, UKDr Roch Cantwell MBChB BAO FRCPsychConsultant Perinatal Psychiatrist, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Glasgow, UKKaren Robertson RMN, BSc PGDip in Cognitive Behaviour TherapyAssociate Director of Nursing in Mental Health and Learning Disability, NHS Lanarkshire, and formerly Nurse Consultant, Perinatal Mental Health, Perinatal Mental Health Service, Southern General Hospital, Glasgow, UK

• Understanding why you feel as you do: Starting out ... and how to keep going if you feel stuck. Understanding why you feel as you do. Making changes: Practical problem solving. Being assertive. Building relationships with your baby, family, and friends. Information for families and friends - how can you offer the best support?. Doing things that boost how you feel. Using exercise to boost how you feel. Helpful things you do. Unhelpful things you do. Anxiety and avoidance. Noticing and changing extreme and unhelpful thinking. Overcoming sleep problems. Alcohol, drugs and your baby. Understanding and using anti-depressant medication. Planning for the future.

"This book is indeed a valuable source for those working with women who experience postnatal depression."—The Psychiatrist"The writing style is natural, informal, clear, and easy to read. … will undoubtedly provide a valued resource for a range of healthcare professionals, especially those providing care within the postnatal period. Furthermore, it would be useful for a family member or a friend who can provide support using the book as a guide."—The Practising Midwife