Integrating Women's Health Care for Maternal Mental Health

Perinatal Mood Disorders such as Pregnancy and Postpartum depression and anxiety affect between 15-20% of women. Maternal Mental Health is still the top medical concern women face during and after pregnancy. Although Postpartum concerns are recognized more frequently, mental health issues that occur during pregnancy often are not diagnosed or treated. Often the symptoms are assumed to be related to the typical experiences of pregnancy. Dr. Fraga articulates the risks and advice for improving care.

- Amy Pesceone  

 

The Huffington Post  |  By Dr. Juli Fraga
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-juli-fraga/integrating-womens-health_b_7219076.html

Science Says Lasting Relationships Come Down To 2 Basic Traits

Is your relationship a master or disaster?  John and Julie Gottman's research identifies the importance of kindness and generosity in lasting relationships. 

- Amy Pesceone 

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EMILY ESFAHANI SMITH, The Atlantic
http://www.businessinsider.com/lasting-relationships-rely-on-2-traits-2014-11

Breaking Up: 7 Ways A Split Can Affect Your Physical And Mental Health

Divorce recovery is a process that requires plenty of self care and support.  A trained therapist can help you develop the necessary coping techniques to help begin a new life with a healthy perspective.  

- Amy Pesceone 

 

Breaking Up: 7 Ways A Split Can Affect Your Physical And Mental Health

The Huffington Post  |  By Carolyn Gregoire

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/25/divorce-stress_n_3428932.html