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Perceived stress and associated factors among pregnant women during COVID-19 pandemic period in Northwest Ethiopia, 2020: a cross-sectional study.

Mengesha Srahbzu BiresawGirmaw Medfu TakelleEnguday Tirfeneh Gebeyehu
Published in: BMJ open (2022)
The prevalence of perceived stress among pregnant people was relatively high. This study recommends that all pregnant people should be screened and treated for perceived stress particularly during the first and third trimesters. Emphasis should be given to early detection and treatment of antenatal depression. Pregnant students must be strongly evaluated and intervened for perceived stress.
Keyphrases
  • pregnant women
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • stress induced
  • risk factors
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • sleep quality
  • replacement therapy