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Pregnant women often experience psychological effects from childbirth, including fear and perceptions of trauma, which can influence their delivery choices.
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Fear of childbirth is linked to previous negative experiences, poor mental health, and inadequate support, impacting the demand for cesarean sections.
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Cesarean delivery rates have increased globally, with Turkey reporting a high rate of 57.55% cesarean births between 2018 and 2023.
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A significant portion of pregnant women in Turkey, 42.4%, report fear of childbirth, often viewing cesarean delivery as a coping mechanism.
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The study aims to explore the relationship between traumatic birth perception, fear of childbirth, and intentions to undergo cesarean delivery.
