Fathers and Perinatal Mental Health

This book seeks to address the reasons why the father or the potential father could suffer from a mental disorder or illness during the perinatal period, his reactions, and what can be done to help him. The book is intended to help health practitioners and anyone who is concerned about fathers' mental health.

Jane Hanley has had an interest in perinatal mental health for almost forty years. She has written, trained and lectured extensively on maternal and paternal mental health, both nationally and internationally. Jane has had two other books published on perinatal mental health. Mark Williams is an author, speaker and international campaigner. In 2004 he himself experienced depression and anxiety after his son was born and has enhanced his knowledge after speaking to hundreds of parents since 2011. He has spoken on television and radio stations around the world and co-founded 'International Father's Mental Health Day'.

01. Introduction  02. Importance of Good Perinatal Mental Health  03. Exploring the Types and Manifestation of Disorders  04. The Types of Conditions  05. Cross Cutting Themes  06. The Involvement of the Father  07. Treatment and Management Techniques  08. Lifestyle Factors  09. Pharmaceutical Interventions  10. Conclusion