Infant mental health

Research has shown that support for parents during the first year can significantly increase the proportion of infants securely attached to their parents with lasting benefits for their subsequent development. Similarly Post Natal Depression can be alleviated so that its potentially adverse effect in infant development is reduced. Early intervention can often prevent later mental health problems. A good beginning for young families is a protective factor in coping with stress.

Organisations

 * Association for Infant Mental Health UK (AIMH UK)
 * World Association of Infant Mental Health (WAIMH)

Journals

 * Infant Mental Health Journal

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References & Bibliography


Books

 * Zeanah, C.H. (2005) Handbook of Infant mental Health. Guildford. ISBN 1593851715

Papers

 * Google Scholar