Mental Health Challenges in Working Women: Pregnancy and Postpartum Stress, Anxiety, and Depression
Keywords:
Stress, Anxitey, Depression, Post-partum, pregnancyAbstract
AIM: To assess the impact of lifestyle on stress and psychological changes in employed women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and to determine the prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depression among these women, as well as its effects on their health during these stages.
METHODS:- The study and used an observational design on 150 working women . They answered a web questionnaire which inquired about their demographics, obstetrics, as well as signs of depression, stress, and anxiety linked to pregnancy and the postpartum period. The DASS-21 Scale was used to assess these symptoms.
RESULTS:- Significant severity of depression, anxiety, and stress was observed among the age groups 18-20, 21-25, and 36-40. A notable connection was found between these psychological issues and factors such as lack of family support and workplace discrimination.
CONCLUSION:- The study found elevated levels of depression, anxiety, and stress among women in the age groups 18-20 and 36-40. A significant correlation was identified between these psychological issues and factors such as lack of family support and workplace discrimination. It is recommended that healthcare facilities offer programs to help women manage stress, anxiety, and depression during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Additionally, family counseling and awareness programs, including early prenatal classes, should be promoted.
How to cite this article:
Diwedi K, Kishore R. Mental Health Challenges
in Working Women: Pregnancy and Postpartum
Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. Int J Adv Res
Gynaecol Obstet 2024;2(1):1-4.
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