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Building Attachment Between Infant and Caregiver with Postpartum Depression Through Dance Movement/Therapy

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: This thesis discusses the process of fostering secure attachment with infants and mothers suffering from postpartum depression, through dance/movement therapy. The mother-infant attachment and how it affects the overall lifespan of an individual. The impact of postpartum depression on attachment, and its effect throughout the lifespan is discussed, as well as different treatment intervention for insecure attachment and postpartum depression. Since insecure attachment is a common result of postpartum depression, a dual intervention process is recommended. Dance/movement therapy, with its emphasis on the body and non-verbal relationship building, provides a space to address both of these challenges.

Source: Digital Commons-Sarah Lawrence (Sarah Lawrence College)

Author: Teri Steinberg

Language: English

Topic: Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W3160621122

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