Postpartum psychosis and perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) both associate with thoughts of harm to the infant and both are treatable medical conditions. However, differentiating intrusive thoughts from delusions and understanding all of the contributory factors for any woman is instrumental to...
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) –intrusive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviours, which temporarily relieve the anxiety. Although each of the above is considered a presentation of anxiety, it does not mean that treatments or symptoms associated with each will be the same. What are the ...
Approach coping strategies have been associated with adaptive coping and improved outcomes after PPTE exposures, including a more positive outlook and fewer intrusive thoughts [26]. In the current study we took a novel approach to examining coping strategies employed by PSP who self-reported feeling...