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K Sharp1, P M Brindle, M W Brown

  • 1Department of Anatomy, School of Medical Sciences, University of Bristol, UK.

British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
|March 1, 1993
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Pregnancy significantly impairs memory recall and priming, though recognition remains unaffected. Most pregnant women report subjective memory decline, confirmed by objective tests across all trimesters.

Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Neuroscience
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Memory function is crucial for daily life and can be affected by physiological changes.
  • Pregnancy involves significant hormonal and physiological shifts that may impact cognitive functions, including memory.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and objectively measure memory impairment during pregnancy.
  • To compare the memory performance of pregnant women with non-pregnant controls.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 48 pregnant women and 19 non-pregnant controls were assessed.
  • Memory was evaluated using subjective ratings and objective tests including recall, recognition, and priming.

Main Results:

  • 81% of pregnant women reported subjective memory impairment versus 16% of controls.

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  • Objective tests showed significant deficits in memory recall and priming for pregnant women.
  • No significant impairment was observed in recognition memory; deficits were consistent across trimesters and parity.

    • Conclusions:

    • A majority of pregnant women experience subjectively and objectively measurable memory impairment during pregnancy.
    • Memory deficits in pregnancy primarily affect recall and priming, not recognition.
    • Findings suggest that information provided to pregnant patients may not be retained effectively, necessitating tailored communication strategies.