Examining emotion regulation and inflammation as predictors of maternal mental health after fetal anomaly diagnosis.

Sydney C Timmer-MurilloAlyssa MowrerAmy Z WangKelley Jazinski-ChambersIsela PiñaMaddie R RundellJeanette M BennettAmy J WagnerTerri A deRoon-Cassini

Published in: Brain, behavior, and immunity (2024)

Women experiencing fetal anomaly diagnosis represent an understudied population with unaddressed mental health needs. Reappraisal serves as not only a protective factor, but one that can be enhanced to promote maternal resilience and mental health. Furthermore, elevated IL-6 may be a critical early indicator of potential intervention needs among women who are pregnant, to mitigate negative psychological states and enhance resilience.

Keyphrases

mental health
pregnancy outcomes
polycystic ovary syndrome
mental illness
pregnant women
climate change
randomized controlled trial
birth weight
oxidative stress
risk assessment
adipose tissue
physical activity
human health
depressive symptoms