The Postpartum Depression Workbook: Strategies to Overcome Negative Thoughts, Calm Stress, and Improve Your Mood

Burd LCSW PMH-C, Abigail

ISBN 10: 1647398371 / ISBN 13: 9781647398378

Published by Callisto, 2020

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Postpartum Depression Workbook: Strategies to Overcome Negative Thoughts, Calm Stress, and Improve Your Mood
• Publisher: Callisto
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1647398371
• ISBN 13: 9781647398378
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Fine
• Dimensions: 1.1W x 19.1H x 23.5D centimeters 1.1 centimeters width by 19.1 centimeters height by 23.5 centimeters depth

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Synopsis

Powerful strategies and compassionate support for overcoming postpartum depression

Becoming a parent is a huge transition. For some, the mood swings, the pressures, and the anxiety can be intense and overwhelming. One in five women will develop postpartum depression (PPD) after pregnancy―so if you're struggling with PPD, know you're not alone. This depression workbook is designed to help you navigate the transition to becoming the healthy and happy parent you want to be.

This depression workbook is here to guide you on your journey, providing supportive strategies and tools grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)―proven to help you understand, cope with, and reduce your PPD symptoms. Discover common signs of PPD, what it is, and what you can do about it. Explore your thoughts, feelings, and relationships, plus self-care practices through a variety of practical and insightful exercises in this depression workbook.

This depression workbook includes:

• Primer on PPD―Discover if you might have PPD, take a look at common causes and risk factors, and see how PPD can impact your partner.
• Lasting relief―The CBT-based postpartum strategies in this depression workbook will help you adopt a positive mindset, improve your mood, deepen your relationships, and find time to recharge.
• Parents like you―Find kinship in real-life scenarios from other parents, paired with practical advice, simple tips, and interactive exercises.

This depression workbook provides the strategies, tools, and support you'll need for a healthy and happy transition into parenthood.

About the Author

Abigail Burd, LCSW, PMH-C, is a perinatal mental health specialist in San Diego, CA. She is a licensed clinical social worker and certified in perinatal mental health by Postpartum Support International. Abby is a member of the Postpartum Health Alliance and has served on their executive board. Follow her Instagram/Twitter @burdtherapy or visit BurdTherapy.com.