{"product_id":"postpartum-problem-focused-psychodynamic-psychotherapy","title":"Postpartum Problem-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy","description":"The postpartum period is a high-risk time for new mothers                        potentially developing anxiety and depression, as well as a variety of                        behavioral and interpersonal difficulties involving their babies, partners,                        and family. Although a range of treatments are available, including                        psychotherapies, psychosocial interventions, and medications, each has                        limitations in addressing the complex challenges posed by postpartum                        difficulties. Many women also face significant barriers to accessing quality                        mental health care during this crucial period. Recognizing the need                        for further development and research on psychodynamic approaches to                        postpartum anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties, the                        authors of this volume introduce postpartum problem-focused psychodynamic                        psychotherapy (PPFPP). PPFPP specifically targets the symptoms and other                        difficulties faced by postpartum women, including behavioral and                        interpersonal issues. This treatment is an adaptation of problem-focused                        psychodynamic psychotherapy specifically to the postpartum time period.                           Drawing on compelling clinical vignettes—some enhanced by video                        illustrations—the authors of Postpartum Problem-Focused Psychodynamic                            Psychotherapy describe a series of interventions, including •                        Developing a unique problem list for each patient that encompasses common                        postpartum challenges such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, and                        relationship issues• Adapting psychodynamic techniques, including                        improving self-observational skills, using clarification and confrontation,                        and using transference and countertransference to focus on specific problems                        in the postpartum context• Employing initial interventions that help                        patients identify and address stressors, feelings, and fantasies that                        trigger their difficulties• Identifying and addressing self and other                        representations and intrapsychic conflicts that contribute to                        problems.   • Assessing improvement in therapy and determining when it is                        appropriate to conclude treatment• Considering cultural factors related                        to patients' identity in treatment Designed to be both user-friendly                        and practical, this manual equips mental health practitioners in all                        clinical settings with an accessible, easy-to-learn framework for managing                        postpartum problems. Whether seeking a time-limited intervention or a                        longer-term psychotherapeutic approach for more severe or persistent                        challenges, practitioners will find valuable guidance within its pages.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57513523937653,"sku":"9798894551746","price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/postpartum-problem-focused-psychodynamic-psychotherapy","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}