Perinatal depression is defined as depression caused by stress and strain experienced during childbirth. It also studies mood disorders occurring before as well after pregnancy. It combines the diagnosis and treatment of perinatal and postpartum depression. The two most common methods of treatment for perinatal depression are psychotherapy and medication. This book presents the complex subject of perinatal depression in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance have been included in this book. This book will prove to be helpful for both students and researchers in the field of neurological disorders, gynaecology and psychotherapy.