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Predicting adjustment to perinatal death.

J Murray1, V J Callan

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Queensland, St Lucia, Australia.

The British Journal of Medical Psychology
|September 1, 1988
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Parents experiencing perinatal death reported higher depression but found comfort in support. Satisfaction with healthcare staff and partner support improved well-being and self-esteem.

Area of Science:

  • Perinatal mental health
  • Psychological impact of infant loss

Background:

  • Perinatal death significantly impacts parental mental health.
  • Understanding parental coping mechanisms and support needs is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine demographic factors, loss-related variables, and support satisfaction in parents after perinatal death.
  • To assess levels of depression, self-esteem, and psychological well-being in bereaved parents.

Main Methods:

  • 130 parents who experienced perinatal death completed self-administered questionnaires.
  • Standardized scales measured depression, self-esteem, and psychological well-being.
  • Data were compared with available community and patient norms.

Main Results:

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  • Bereaved parents reported higher depression than the general community but less than clinical patients.
  • Greater satisfaction with support from doctors and nurses correlated with lower depression.
  • Satisfaction with hospital staff and partners predicted higher self-esteem and psychological well-being.

Conclusions:

  • Supportive care from healthcare professionals and partners is vital for parental adjustment after perinatal loss.
  • Opportunities to create memories and spend time with the baby positively influenced parental well-being.
  • Time elapsed since the loss was associated with parental happiness.