The aim of this book is to examine women's experience of caesarean section from its origins to the present day. The book covers the historical developments, along with the differing ideologies and diverse attitudes surrounding the much debated subject of intervention in childbirth. Topics covered include: * The history of caesarean section covering its development and changes in attitudes towards intervention in childbirth. * The examination of past and current debates on the relationship between women and medical ...
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The aim of this book is to examine women's experience of caesarean section from its origins to the present day. The book covers the historical developments, along with the differing ideologies and diverse attitudes surrounding the much debated subject of intervention in childbirth. Topics covered include: * The history of caesarean section covering its development and changes in attitudes towards intervention in childbirth. * The examination of past and current debates on the relationship between women and medical professionals. * An extensive empirical study of women's experinces of caesarean section and its effects both physiologically and psychologically on women and their babies. * Information on the empirical work undertaken by the author detailing the research questions, methods and results of the investigation. * An exploration of what is required in order to redress the balance of power to allow for informed decision-making amongst childbearing women in order to achieve a satisfactory outcome.
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Good. Some outer edges have minor scuffs, cover has light scratches, some outer pages have dusty marks, book content is in very good readable condition. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 120 p.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781898507512.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. few pencil markings Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781898507512.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781898507512.
