Treatment of Psychological Distress in Parents of Premature Infants

Treatment of Psychological Distress in Parents of Premature Infants examines the profound psychological impact of preterm birth on parents, highlighting the high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) experience. Written by leading experts in neonatology and mental health, the book integrates medical and neurological perspectives on prematurity with current research on parental psychological outcomes. It provides a practical, evidence-based framework for identifying and treating psychological distress in parents, with the goal of improving both parental well-being and child development.

Key Features

• Addresses psychological distress in parents of premature infants, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression
• Includes a dedicated focus on the unique experiences of fathers
• Examines the impact of untreated parental trauma on parenting and child development, including vulnerable child syndrome
• Presents a comprehensive model for psychological consultation and intervention in the NICU
• Describes evidence-based treatments, including trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy
• Offers guidance for developing NICU-wide psychological services, from screening to intervention
• Supported by a complementary online treatment manual for practical implementation