Women's stories of divorce at childbirth : when the baby rocks the cradle

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    • Hoge, Hilary

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Women's stories of divorce at childbirth : when the baby rocks the cradle

Hilary Hoge

Haworth Clinical Practice Press, c2002

  • alk. paper

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 213-221) and index

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内容説明

Explore the reasons that new families break up!This landmark book examines the causes and consequences of divorce occurring during pregnancy or within a year of childbirth. Women's Stories of Divorce at Childbirth: When the Baby Rocks the Cradle draws from the experiences of seventeen women who suffered this especially traumatic form of family breakup. Using ideas gleaned from psychoanalytic theory, academic psychology, attachment theory, sociology, trauma studies, and infant development research, Dr. Hoge examines the personal, familial, and social significance of these stories of personal betrayal and heartbreak.The women's narratives show in stark detail how the transition to parenthood can become a personal crisis for some new fathers and mothers, one that may prompt them to run away, search out extramarital affairs, or lapse into addictions. Women's Stories of Divorce at Childbirth also explores the short- and long-term effects of the resulting trauma, grief, and anger felt by the spouse left holding the baby. Because the women's stories are discussed throughout the book, they become more than random cases chosen to illustrate a single point. Women's Stories of Divorce at Childbirth discusses the important issues of early divorce, including: parenthood as transition and transformation emotional ramifications of extreme-condition divorces economic consequences of divorce at childbirth the lasting emotional reactions of infants and childrenWomen's Stories of Divorce at Childbirth is a powerful, insightful examination of a potentially devastating problem. This well-written book will become a uniquely valuable resource to counselors and mental health professionals, couples having difficulty with the transition to parenthood, new parents who are considering divorce, and survivors of divorce at childbirth.

目次

  • Preface Acknowledgments Part I: Causes of Divorce at Childbirth Chapter 1. Transition to Parenthood: Why Might It Be Difficult? Effects of Childbirth on Couples' Relationships Parenthood As a Developmental Phase Parenthood As a Developmental Line Parenthood As a Unique Psychic Organizer: Stern Parenthood As Triadification Summary Chapter 2. Parenthood As a Personal Crisis Carol: Motherhood's Magnifying Lens Parenthood As Crisis: Why Panic? Sarah and Zach: When Maternal Preoccupation Feels Toxic Issues Activated by Childbirth Internal Schemas Activated by Childbirth: Stern How Are Issues and Internal Representations Activated? What Goes Wrong? From Personal Crisis to Meltdown Summary Chapter 3. Transition versus Transformation: Comparing Two Models Model One: Transformation Model Two: Transition Combined Model: Additive Stress Plus Transformation Summary Part II: Effects of Divorce at Childbirth Chapter 4. Psychological Effects of Divorce at Childbirth: How Do Parents Cope Emotionally? Initial Effects of Divorce: Activation of the Attachment System Bella: Hope's Captive Grief's Terminable and Interminable Sandra: Unable to Grieve Long-Term Impact of Divorce: What Helps
  • What Does Not Trauma versus Grief Summary Chapter 5. Economic Impact of Divorce at Childbirth Divorce Economics Effects of Lowered Income on Mothers' Mental Health Conclusion Chapter 6. Effects of Divorce on Children Difficulty Accurately Assessing Children's Reactions to Loss Adverse Effects of Divorce on Children Long-Term Effects of Divorce on Children: What Happens When They Enter Adulthood? Cause or Effect? Or What Should Parents Do? Conclusion Chapter 7. When the Bough Breaks: Effect of Divorce on Infants Jason: Searching for a Father Research on How Divorce Affects Infants Attachment Theory: The Importance of the First Year of Life Emotional Communication in the First Year of Life Mimi: Depression's Shadow Conclusion Part III: Conclusion Chapter 8. Discussion What Did These Women Think Caused Their Marriages to End? Did Common Themes Emerge? The Effects of Separation/Divorce on These Women: What Was Most Difficult? How Did the Breakups Affect Their Mothering Capacity? How Have Relationships with Ex-Husbands Evolved? Did Their Childhoods Hold Any Relevant Information? Surviving This Difficult Time: How Did These Women Attempt to Heal? Summary Chapter 9. Conclusion Findings Relevant to Research on Transition to Parenthood Findings Relevant to Research on Divorce Comparing Trauma and Grief Reactions Guidelines for Clinicians References Index

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