Publications by authors named "Meerte-Sigrid MacDonald-Ottevanger"
Article Synopsis
- Prenatal depression is a serious issue that can negatively affect both mothers and their babies, with perceived stress identified as a key risk factor during pregnancy in Suriname.
- A study involving 1,143 pregnant women used established scales to measure levels of perceived stress and depression, finding significant incidences of both during different trimesters.
- Results indicated that high stress levels in early pregnancy doubled the risk of developing depression in later trimesters, highlighting the importance of addressing stress and resilience in pregnant women's mental health care.
