Psychopharmacology and Pregnancy: Treatment Efficacy, Risks,

Psychopharmacology and Pregnancy: Treatment Efficacy, Risks, and Guidelines

This book examines the role of psychopharmacological treatment in a range of disorders that may be encountered during pregnancy, including major depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders and substance abuse. The natural history of each condition pre and post-partum is analyzed and the evidence for the efficacy of drug treatments, evaluated. Special attention is paid to the potential dangers of different treatment options for both mother and fetus, covering risks of malformation, pregnancy and obstetric risks, neonatal risks and possible long-term consequences. The risks of not treating a particular condition are also analyzed. On the basis of the available evidence, management guidelines are provided that additionally take into account non-pharmacological options. Closing chapters consider the value of complementary and alternative medicine and ECT and explore future research directions.
Country USA
Brand Springer
Manufacturer Springer
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 2 colour illustrations, biography
ReleaseDate 2014-07-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783642545610

Country	USA
Brand	Springer
Manufacturer	Springer
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	2 colour illustrations, biography
ReleaseDate	2014-07-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783642545610

Psychopharmacology and Pregnancy: Treatment Efficacy, Risks, and Guidelines