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Women’s Health After Motherhood

Sarah Bowman (Host), Susan Elizabeth, Cinny Cusack, Deirdre Daly, Patrick Moran, Kathleen Hannon, and Susan Hannon

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  • Presents myths and misconceptions on maternal health globally. Learners will understand what is common versus what is normal, and how to prioritize your health postpartum.
  • We will discuss urinary and anal incontinence, and provide pelvic floor muscle training techniques.
  • Postpartum anxiety and depression are discussed, with learners identifying and building a social support network.
  • Returning to sexual intimacy, identifying sexual health problems and recognising intimate partner violence are the topics examined in our final week together.

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This practical guide provides families with information and support on postpartum depression, including tips for coping and seeking help.
Comprehensive guide to sexual health for young people. It covers a wide range of topics, including sexual anatomy, puberty, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections. It is written in a clear and accessible style and great resource for young people who want to learn more about their sexual health.
Comprehensive guide to sexual health for adults. It covers a wide range of topics, including sexual anatomy, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, and sexual dysfunction. It is written in a clear and accessible style and great resource for adults who want to learn more about their sexual health.
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Comprehensive guide to the sexual health of men. It covers a wide range of topics, including sexual anatomy, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections. It is written in a clear and accessible style and great resource for men who want to learn more about their sexual health.
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Practical guide for victims of IPV and the professionals who work with them. It provides information on the different types of IPV, the legal options available to victims, and the resources available to help victims.
Seminal work on the battered woman syndrome. It provides a theoretical framework for understanding the psychology of battered women and the dynamics of IPV.
Comprehensive overview of violence against women, including IPV. It provides data on the prevalence and consequences of violence against women, and discusses the effectiveness of different interventions to prevent and respond to violence against women.
This field guide practical resource for professionals who work with victims of IPV. It provides information on the different types of IPV, the assessment and treatment of IPV, and the legal and ethical issues related to IPV.
Comprehensive overview of IPV prevention and response. It provides information on the different types of IPV, the risk factors for IPV, and the different strategies that can be used to prevent and respond to IPV.

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