Efficacy of the ‘Thinking Healthy Program’ in Alleviating Antenatal Depression Among Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Care Facility: A Quasi-Experimental Study Conducted in Pakistan - Summary - MDSpire
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Efficacy of the ‘Thinking Healthy Program’ in Alleviating Antenatal Depression Among Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Care Facility: A Quasi-Experimental Study Conducted in Pakistan
To determine the effectiveness of the Thinking Healthy Programme (THP) in reducing depressive symptoms among pregnant women in a tertiary care setting in Pakistan, specifically targeting those in their second trimester.
Key Findings:
The THP significantly reduced depressive symptoms in participants compared to baseline scores, with statistical significance.
The intervention was well-received and feasible in a tertiary care setting.
Improved maternal mental health is linked to better outcomes for both mothers and infants.
Interpretation:
The findings suggest that the THP is an effective intervention for alleviating antenatal depression, addressing a critical gap in mental health care in LMICs and highlighting the need for policy changes.
Limitations:
The study was conducted in a single tertiary care facility, limiting generalizability.
Follow-up duration was short, focusing only on immediate postpartum outcomes, and potential biases in participant selection were not addressed.
Conclusion:
The Thinking Healthy Programme is a promising intervention for reducing antenatal depression in Pakistan, underscoring the urgent need for integrating mental health services into routine antenatal care.
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