The Impact of Prenatal Depression in Patients of High Risk Pregnancy Clinic on Obstetric Outcomes

This study demonstrates a significant impact of the maternal psychological state on the obstetric outcome. In addition, we observed a significant association between maternal obstetric history, genetic data, and th e risk of prenatal depression. Our study shows that completing the EPDS questionnaire is a very important part of the pregnancy follow-up, as it illuminates risk factors for prenatal depression and adverse perinatal outcomes.
Source: Psychiatric Quarterly - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research