A survey of the experiences of families with bereavement support services following a perinatal loss.

Violet InatiMara MaticChristine PhillipsNathalie MaconachieFiona VanderhookAlison L Kent

Published in: The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology (2017)

Following a perinatal loss, a high proportion of women had high PTSD scores and complicated grief despite utilising local bereavement services. Our findings support the continuation of current support services with modifications that may potentially improve recovery following a perinatal loss.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
primary care
pregnant women
polycystic ovary syndrome
affordable care act
metabolic syndrome
type diabetes
skeletal muscle
posttraumatic stress disorder
health insurance