Pregnant on Prozac by Shoshana Bennett
Separating the myths from the facts--the first-ever guide for women about pregnancy and antidepressant use Dr. Shoshana Bennett's book provides a navigation tool for women with depression to enter motherhood well educated and empowered about what they can do to help themselves and to get the help they need from others.--Marlene P. Freeman, M.D., Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatry Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical SchoolDr. Bennett's holistic approach surveys the available treatments and filters them through her wise perspective, sharing her empowering commentary with the women who need to know and those who love them.--Susan Dowd Stone, M.S.W., L.C.S.W.; former president, Postpartum Support International Pregnant on Prozac is the first guide to clearly spell out both the possible risks of antidepressant use--whether Prozac, Wellbutrin, or another drug--by expectant (or new) mothers, as well as the lesser-known but no less serious risks to both fetus and mother from untreated depression. Taking a pull-no-punches and yet nonjudgmental approach, Dr. Shoshana Bennett addresses: The controversy: Does the media exaggerate the risk? The experts: finding and gathering your medical support teamAlternative treatments: acupuncture, cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, and nutritionThe myths: Do pregnancy hormones protect women from depression?FAQs: Will I be able to breastfeed? Will I pass my depression (or anxiety, or OCD) on to my child? Communication: How to talk to family and friends about this issue| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780762749409 |
| ISBN 10 | 0762749407 |
| Title | Pregnant on Prozac |
| Author | Shoshana Bennett |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield |
| Year published | 2009-01-13 |
| Number of pages | 264 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |