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Early Recognition Of Symptoms During Pregnancy Equals Better Outcomes

• September 24, 2015 • Leave a Comment

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Antidepressants During Pregnancy: Yes, No or Maybe

• June 5, 2015 • Leave a Comment

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A New Study: Postpartum Depression and the Medication, Citalopram (Celexa)

• December 6, 2014 • Leave a Comment

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Exploring Links Between Depression and Infertility

• November 17, 2014 • Leave a Comment

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Postpartum Support International: Keynote Highlights Importance of Inspiring Our Patients and Supporting Each Other

• June 25, 2014 • Leave a Comment

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Myths Surrounding Postpartum Depression Prevent Some Moms From Getting Help

• April 7, 2014 • Leave a Comment

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Pregnant Women Who Are Depressed Prefer Therapy Over Medication

• December 13, 2013 • Leave a Comment

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Susan Benjamin Feingold, PsyD

is a licensed clinical psychologist, author and adjunct professor at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Chicago Campus of Argosy University. Dr. Feingold currently practices in the Chicago area.

Her book, Happy Endings, New Beginnings: Navigating Postpartum Disorders (New Horizon Press, 2013) is available at local bookstores or online at: Amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com or through newhorizonpressbooks.com.

In her clinical practice, she specializes in the treatment of antepartum and postpartum depression and anxiety disorders, as well as other women’s mental health issues related to reproductive function.

A past board president of Depression After Delivery, a nonprofit, Dr. Feingold has been facilitating support groups for antepartum and postpartum women for the past 14 years.