GROUP IPT FOR PERINATAL MOTHERS

• Role transitions and disputes are common in perinatal mothers
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• Group IPT for perinatal women supports sharing and helps to normalize experiences
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• It offers a protected space
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• It offers support, affirmation, and reinforcement from peers
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• Group IPT – offers the additional benefit of being an evidence-based intervention for depression

G-IPT PROBLEM AREAS

Group IPT has the same basic structure as IPT, with the difference of group work vs individual

The problem areas remain

• Bereavement and Loss- Grief
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• Interpersonal conflicts/ disputes
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• Role transitions / Life changes