Clinical Scorecard: Exploring the Relationship Between Spousal Support and Childbirth Anxiety in Pregnant Women of Advanced Maternal Age

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• 86.4% prevalence of fear of childbirth among women of advanced maternal age
• Negative associations between spousal support and fear of childbirth identified
• Central nodes include 'participating in activities together to reduce your stress' and 'providing you with helpful information'
• Bridge nodes identified as 'helping you understand why things did not go well' and 'giving you encouragement'
• Strengthening informational and cognitive-appraisal support may inform interventions

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• Assess fear of childbirth using the Childbirth Attitude Questionnaire

Management

• Enhance spousal support to improve psychological well-being

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Evaluate levels of spousal support and fear of childbirth throughout pregnancy

Risks

• Increased likelihood of obstetric complications in women of advanced maternal age

Patient & Prescribing Data

Pregnant women of advanced maternal age

Focus on enhancing spousal support to mitigate fear of childbirth

Clinical Best Practices

• Utilize network analysis to identify specific supportive behaviors relevant to childbirth fear
• Incorporate partner-related support in antenatal psychological care
• Monitor relationship quality as a potential resource for reducing fear of childbirth

Related Resources & Content

• World Health Organization