The Impact of Family Dynamics on Prenatal Attachment: An Analysis of Maternal Depression and Maternal-Fetal Connection - Takeaways - MDSpire

The Impact of Family Dynamics on Prenatal Attachment: An Analysis of Maternal Depression and Maternal-Fetal Connection

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  • Silvia Mammarella

  • Laura Giusti

  • Laura Camoni

  • Fiorino Mirabella

  • Manuela Ludovisi

  • Rita Roncone

  • April 22, 2026

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    Higher family functioning correlates with lower depressive symptoms in pregnant women.

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    Depressive symptoms negatively impact the quality of maternal-fetal attachment but not the intensity of preoccupation.

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    Family functioning partially mediates the relationship between depressive symptoms and attachment quality.

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    Intensity of preoccupation with the fetus is directly linked to family environment rather than mediated by depressive symptoms.

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    Interventions addressing family dynamics and maternal depression may enhance prenatal attachment.

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The Impact of Family Dynamics on Prenatal Attachment: An Analysis of Maternal Depression and Maternal-Fetal Connection

  • by Silvia Mammarella, Laura Giusti, Laura Camoni, Fiorino Mirabella, Manuela Ludovisi, Rita Roncone

  • April 22, 2026

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