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Spousal Factors Associated With Antenatal Psychosocial Stress: A Case Control Study, Asha K. V Ms
Spousal Factors Associated With Antenatal Psychosocial Stress: A Case Control Study, Asha K. V Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Stress during pregnancy affects both mother and foetus resulting in unfavourable pregnancy outcomes. Studies regarding the factors linked with increased stress during pregnancy aids to improve the mental status of the mother during gestation and can lead to a reduction in negative pregnancy outcomes. The objective of the study was to identify spousal factors associated with antenatal psychosocial stress among pregnant women seeking prenatal care from a teaching hospital at the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. Methods: Case control design was used for the study. The tools used for data collection were the Antenatal Psychosocial Stress scale (APSS) and a semi-structured …
Breathe A Breath: Dawn Of A New Beginning, Sushmitha R. Karkada Ms, Parvati Bhat Dr, Shashikala K. Bhat Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr
Breathe A Breath: Dawn Of A New Beginning, Sushmitha R. Karkada Ms, Parvati Bhat Dr, Shashikala K. Bhat Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Pregnancy is a special feeling and special time for the mother-to-be, where she should take special care for her body as every action of hers will affect her baby. Every woman experiences pregnancy differently with a mixture of stressful and joyful moments that come along with it. Childbirth is a life-changing event for the woman and her family. Women should be safe during labour and birth. The birthing environment influences the feeling of safety and satisfaction in childbirth. The paper presents a paradigm shift that envisions how childbirth methodology has advanced, with a view to bring about a stereotype shift …