Prevalence and Factors Associated with Anxiety Disorders Among Pregnant Women at Mulago National Referral Hospital, Uganda.
Mariam NabwireAnnettee NakimuliNoeline NakasujjaRichard MigishaCharles KiggunduPublished in: International journal of women's health (2024)
Approximately one in ten women surveyed exhibited anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders were associated with low-income levels, bad spousal relationships, and a history of hypertension during previous pregnancies. Multidisciplinary approaches that integrate mental health support, social services, and partner involvement may help address anxiety disorders in pregnancy and contribute to improved maternal and child outcomes.
Keyphrases
- mental health
- pregnancy outcomes
- pregnant women
- quality improvement
- blood pressure
- healthcare
- primary care
- mental illness
- risk factors
- preterm birth
- acute care
- adverse drug
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- type diabetes
- adipose tissue
- emergency department
- physical activity
- glycemic control
- gestational age
- insulin resistance
- arterial hypertension
- hepatitis c virus
- hiv infected
- health insurance