4th ed. 2020 Edition
by Regina P. Lederman (Author), Karen L. Weis (Author)
The fourth edition of this book updates and elaborates on the seven
dimensions of maternal emotional health that have significant impact on
delivery, postpartum adaptation, infant health, and early childhood
development. Supported by the authors’ original research and interviews,
the book provides readers with an analysis of the role of these core
functions throughout pregnancy, as well as practical materials for use
with pregnant clients in the form of assessment instruments and
evidence-based interventions for promoting positive development. The
book provides a theoretical framework with rationales for the seven
psychosocial dimensions, therapeutic and counseling intervention
strategies to improve adaptive development in each of the seven
psychosocial dimensions, findings specific to women in diverse cultural
groups, a chapter devoted to women in the military and military spouses,
and discussion of salient issues of pregnancy, including physical
changes, body image, intimacy, trust, and ambivalence.
The book focuses on the seven dimensions of maternal prenatal emotional health:
- Acceptance of the pregnancy.
- Motivation and preparation for motherhood.
- Relationship with husband/partner.
- Relationship with her own mother.
- Preparation for labor.
- Sense of control in labor
- Self-Esteem and Well-Being in labor.
Psychosocial Adaptation to Pregnancy
is a significant addition to the psychosocial assessment literature, a
needed resource for clinical and health psychologists, clinical social
workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors,
midwives, and obstetrical nurses. It is also adaptable to undergraduate
and graduate courses in maternal reproductive health and obstetrical
nursing.
