ArticleAJOG global reports2023
Perinatal anxiety and depression amidst the COVID-19 pandemic in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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- Genetic, Epidemiological, and Clinical Risk Factors for Perinatal Anxiety and Depression in Dubai: Protocol for a 2-Point Prospective Observational Study.JMIR research protocols · 2025Observational
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Abstract
backgroundPregnancy and COVID-19 increase the risk of mental health conditions. The stress of pregnancy, childbirth, and uncertainty about the global pandemic has negatively affected the obstetrical population.
objectiveThis study aimed to investigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of anxiety and depression in antenatal and postnatal mothers. STUDY
designThis was a cross-sectional observational study conducted at Dubai Hospital, United Arab Emirates, evaluating depression and anxiety (point prevalence) with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scale.
resultsOf the 784 women approached, 438 consented to participate in our survey; 43.6% of the women screened positive for depression by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (with a cutoff score ≥10), and 42% had a Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 score of ≥5, indicating anxiety. Both anxiety and depression were found in 32.4% of the women; 7.5% had considered self-harm in the last 14 days, and 15% had COVID-19 during the current pregnancy. The 11.87% who had COVID-19, but before the pregnancy, had higher mean Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scores than others. Surprisingly, the women who had COVID-19 during pregnancy had statistically significantly (
conclusionThe COVID-19 pandemic is associated with an increase in depression and anxiety in pregnant and postnatal women. Women who were more concerned about the effects of the pandemic had higher mean Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scores. Additional psychological support for women is necessary during the pandemic for maternal perinatal well-being.
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