Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Antenatal and Postpartum Depression is presented.
This 3 CE credit hour course designed for social workers, psychologists, counselors, therapists, nurses and other health care professionals, and is at the intermediate instructional level.
There is no known conflict of interest or commercial support related to this CE program.
Course Description
Despite its prevalence, postpartum depression is frequently not detected. This article describes the use of interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), a time-limited and empirically validated treatment for perinatal depression, in terms of the relevant clinical issues for pregnant or postpartum women. The course outlines the assessment, initial and intermediate phases of IPT treatment of perinatal depression.
After completing this training the professional will:
- Describe elements of perinatal depression and physiological correlates of the perinatal period.
- Outline assessment in IPT for perinatal depression.
- Outline treatment phases and techniques in IPT for perinatal depression.
- Apply knowledge from this course to practice and/or other professional contexts.
Course Materials
- Download the course program (PDF) by clicking HERE.
- Take the Course exam and evaluation by clicking the link.
