To date, the precise prevalence of co-morbidity of anxiety and depression in the perinatal
period is not well known. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of co-morbid anxiety and …

Background An emerging body of literature suggests there is a relationship between a
pregnant woman's psychological wellbeing and the development of maternal-fetal …

Extant research has demonstrated that compared to adults with insecure attachment styles,
more securely attached parents tend to be more responsive, sensitive, and involved parents …

Early interactions between infants and their caregivers are fundamental to child
development, and the parent–infant relationship is believed to provide the foundation for …

Pregnancy is a period of complex bio-psychological changes, during which the development
of an attachment bond to the fetus takes on a central role. Depressive symptoms are …

The emotional bond that a mother feels towards her baby is critical to social, emotional and
cognitive development. Maternal health and wellbeing through pregnancy and antenatal …

Depression and obesity represent two of the most common complications during pregnancy
and are associated with severe health risks for both the mother and the child. Although …

The relatively high prevalence and duration of depression in the prenatal and postpartum
periods reinforce the need for better understanding of maternal depression. The purpose of …

Background The prenatal period can be associated with an increase in distress and anxiety.
Research indicates that impaired mental well-being influences the development of prenatal …

Pregnancy offers a unique period for initiating preventive parenting interventions.
Disturbances in maternal-fetal bonding may indicate suboptimal parenting and a need for …