Psychology of Pcos - Building the Science and Breaking the Silence

This book aims to break the cultural silence surrounding polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
 

List of contents

Series Foreword
Preface: A Note to the Reader
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Why We Need a Psychological Science of PCOS and What This Book Does
Chapter 1: Breaking the Psychological Silence: An Overview of PCOS
Chapter 2: PCOS Stigma: One Diagnosis but Multiple Stigmas
Chapter 3: Gendered Embodiment of PCOS
Chapter 4: Social Support and Close Relationships in the PCOS Context
Chapter 5: Psychological Risk and Growth in PCOS
Chapter 6: Health Risks and Inadequate PCOS Healthcare Resources
Chapter 7: A PCOS Call to Action: Interventions, Advocacy, and Psychological Science
Appendix A : Methodology
Appendix B: Suggested Reading List
References 
Index 
About the Author 

About the author

Stacey L. Williams, PhD

Summary

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause a wide range of symptoms, both physical and psychological. This book combines cutting-edge psychological and social science research with compelling personal stories to provide a roadmap for researchers and mental health providers.

Product details

• Authors: Stacey L Williams, Stacey L. Williams
• Publisher: American psychological assn
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.01.2023
• EAN: 9781433837760
• ISBN: 978-1-4338-3776-0
• No. of pages: 193
• Series: Psychology of Women; Psychology of Women Series
• Subjects: Guides > Health; Humanities, art, music > Psychology > Theoretical psychology; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine