Depressive symptoms in pregnancy and associated factors: longitudinal study

作者:Pimentel Lima Marlise de Oliveira; Tsunechiro Maria Alice; Bonadio Isabel Cristina; Murata Marcella
来源:ACTA Paulista de Enfermagem, 2017, 30(1): 39-46.
DOI:10.1590/1982-0194201700007

摘要

Objective: To identify the frequency of depressive symptoms during pregnancy and verify their association with sociodemographic, obstetric and health variables. Methods: A longitudinal study conducted with 272 pregnant women in 12 health units in the city of Sao Paulo. Data were obtained using a form for the independent variables, and the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale applied at the 20th, 28th and 36th gestational weeks. A model of generalized estimating equations was used to evaluate the associated factors and odds ratio. Results: The frequency of depressive symptoms was 27.2%, 21.7% and 25.4%. Higher educational level, planned pregnancy and continuity of gestation were protective factors. Suffering or having suffered psychological violence was an independent risk factor of the gestational period. Conclusion: The frequency of depressive symptoms during pregnancy was high. The associated factors were higher educational level, planned pregnancy, continuity of pregnancy, and suffering or having suffered psychological violence.

  • 出版日期2017-2