title: A case study of postpartum depression & altered maternal-newborn attachment.
abstract: This article presents a case study of a new mother experiencing postpartum depression and altered attachment with her newborn. Theories related to postpartum depression and maternal-newborn attachment are reviewed, and evidenced-based strategies for care are discussed in the context of the case.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nursing, New York Institute of Technology, School of Health Professions, Behavioral & Life Sciences, Old Westbury, NY, USA. zaudy1@aol.com
authors.forename: Cheryl R
authors.initials: CR
authors.lastname: Zauderer
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D019052:Depression, Postpartum / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008403:Mass Screening; D008425:Maternal Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D016389:Maternal-Child Nursing; D009034:Mother-Child Relations; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009769:Object Attachment; D016487:Parenting / Q000523:psychology; D011181:Postnatal Care / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000523:psychology; D011582:Psychological Theory; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012648:Self Care; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D012944:Social Support
chemical_list: D000928:Antidepressive Agents