"Every year nearly 400,000 women--approximately 15% of
all new mothers--face postpartum disorders. Postpartum depression is the most
common complication of pregnancy, yet few understand it or are prepared to deal
with it," according to Linda Sebastian, Bonita Springs, Florida, author
of Overcoming Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. Ms. Sebastian,
an advanced registered nurse practitioner, has been a psychiatric nurse for
the past twenty-five years, and has worked with hundreds of women with postpartum
disorders.
"These women are often devastated by the unexpected mood
changes after delivery. And because they're unaware of how common the problem
is, they feel alone and ashamed, and try to hide their symptoms. They think
they are bad mothers," Ms. Sebastian said.
Many new mothers suffering from postpartum disorders have
never had any contact with the mental health system, creating another roadblock
for them in seeking help, according to Ms. Sebastian. "These women get
lost in the 'gaps' in the health care system. I hope these women, and the general
public, will become aware that help is available."
Ms. Sebastian is a frequent speaker to women's groups and
health professionals across the country. "Fortunately, there is growing
awareness about postpartum disorders among the medical community. Historically,
health professionals have not been trained to recognize these problems, but
that is changing."
Overcoming Postpartum Depression is
a trade paperback. Retail Price: $12.95. Available through book stores or toll
free at 800-352-2873.
For review copies or additional information,
contact Rod Colvin at info@AddicusBooks.com
or at 402-330-7493.
