The influence that Post Natal Depression has on men

This book is based on the perceptions and
experiences of men who saw their partners going
through post natal depression.Post natal depression
is an psychiatric disease experienced by some women
after the birth of a baby.This disease is not often
discussed in the community.An explanation
of the disease is given that points out the
differences between the baby blues , postnatal
depression and postnatal psychosis.The causes for
the illness and the existing symptoms are
explained.Attention is given to the various methods
of intervention.Opinions is given by men in an
existing support group.They comment on the way the
disease affected their relationship with their
partners,babies and extended families and which
adjustments they had to make to accommodate the
family.Emotions is described in respect to the
circumstances and the treatment available.Social
workers are faced with a great challenge where post
natal depression is concerned. Ideally this illness
should be prevented, otherwise correct treatment is
essential to prevent breakdown of families.The
primary aim of any community is to establish and
maintain healthy family structures.

Autorentext

Born and raised in Cape Town South Africa.Studied Psychiatric Social Work at the University of Stellenboch.A board member of PNDSA in South Africa.Experienced PND herself.Received a Masters degree in 2006(University at Stellenboch).A hospital clinical Social Worker in Cape Town.Married for 20 years.Has two daughters:17 and 11 years.

Klappentext

This book is based on the perceptions and experiences of men who saw their partners going through post natal depression.Post natal depression is an psychiatric disease experienced by some women after the birth of a baby.This disease is not often discussed in the community.An explanation of the disease is given that points out the differences between the "baby blues", postnatal depression and postnatal psychosis.The causes for the illness and the existing symptoms are explained.Attention is given to the various methods of intervention.Opinions is given by men in an existing support group.They comment on the way the disease affected their relationship with their partners,babies and extended families and which adjustments they had to make to accommodate the family.Emotions is described in respect to the circumstances and the treatment available.Social workers are faced with a great challenge where post natal depression is concerned. Ideally this illness should be prevented, otherwise correct treatment is essential to prevent breakdown of families.The primary aim of any community is to establish and maintain healthy family structures.