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Author:   Janet Jaffe ,  Martha Diamond, PhD
Publisher:   American Psychological Association
Imprint:   American Psychological Association
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.703kg
ISBN:  

9781433808418

ISBN 10:   1433808412
Pages:   275
Publication Date:   15 August 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Acknowledgments Introduction I. Theoretical Foundations The Reproductive Story Developmental Tasks of Adulthood: Losses of Opportunity When the Reproductive Story Goes Awry: Trauma and Loss II. Counseling the Reproductive Patient Techniques of Assessment and Treatment Grieving a Reproductive Loss Impact of Reproductive Challenges on Intimate Relationships At a Crossroads: Facing Third-Party Reproduction and Adoption III. Therapist's Considerations Self-Disclosure, Transference, and Countertransference Adjuncts to Therapy and Complementary Care IV. Additional Concerns Medical, Moral, and Ethical Complications Pregnancy and Parenthood After Infertility or Reproductive Loss Epilogue Rewriting the Reproductive Story Glossary References Index About the Authors

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Janet Jaffe, PhD, a clinical psychologist in San Diego, California, is cofounder and codirector of the Center for Reproductive Psychology. She has served as an adjunct faculty member at the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and has presented at conferences across the country on the psychology of the reproductive process, both to professional organizations and to the general public.   Dr. Jaffe is coauthor of Unsung Lullabies, Understanding and Coping With Infertility (2005).   Currently in private practice, Dr. Jaffe specializes in the issues of loss and bereavement related to miscarriage, infertility, and other reproductive trauma.   Martha O. Diamond, PhD, received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Stanford University and her doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Michigan. She is cofounder and codirector of the Center for Reproductive Psychology in San Diego, California.   Dr. Diamond is coauthor of Unsung Lullabies, Understanding and Coping With Infertility (2005).   In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Diamond has lectured nationally and internationally on reproductive issues, including the psychological trauma of infertility, miscarriage, and premature or complicated births. She also conducts in-service training for medical professionals on the psychological impact of adverse reproductive events and the emotional needs of their reproductive patients.  

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