Psychological Disorders in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the MRCOG and Beyond

This book covers the psychological conditions in women's healthcare for MRCOG candidates.

Khalid Ismail (Author), Ilana Crome (Author), Patrick O'Brien (Author)

9781904752097, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)

Paperback / softback, published 1 April 2006

108 pages
21.6 x 13.8 x 0.6 cm, 0.16 kg

This book covers the psychological conditions associated with the many phases of a woman's lifespan: the menarche; the menstrual cycle; infertility; pregnancy and the puerperium; and menopause and perimenopause. Issues such as eating disorders, substance misuse and other disorders are also addressed. For each condition, the nature and extent of the condition, detection or diagnosis, the pharmacological and psychosocial interventions available, and the importance of referral and co-working with multidisciplinary teams are covered. The book is primarily designed to provide a comprehensive summary for candidates preparing for the Part 2 MRCOG examination, and as such covers the RCOG curriculum for psychological disorders. It is also a valuable guide for all healthcare professionals needing a clearer understanding of this important area.

1. Diagnosis and management of psychological problems
2. Basic science
3. The menarche
4. The menstrual cycle
5. Psychological aspects of infertility and its management
6. Pregnancy and the puerperium
7. Eating disorders
8. Menopause and perimenopause
9. Substance use disorders
10. Other disorders
Further reading
National organisations and support groups
Index.

Subject Areas: Clinical psychology [MMJ], Psychiatry [MMH], Gynaecology & obstetrics [MJT], Medicine [M], Examinations & assessment [JNKD]