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Antenatal anxiety and depression among pregnant women attending El Eman Hospital Assiut City

Research Authors
Eman M. Mohamed, Ghadah A. Mahmoud, Reda A. Thabet, Hossam K. Mostafa.
Research Journal
AL-Azhar Assiut Medical Journal
Research Publisher
AL-Azhar Assiut Medical Journal
Research Rank
2
Research Vol
Vol. 10, No.1
Research Year
2012
Research_Pages
112-131
Research Abstract

Pregnancy and the transition to parenthood involve major psychological and social changes in future parents. These changes have been linked to an increase in anxiety rates and depression symptoms. The aim of the study: was to investigate the prevalence, degrees and risk factors of antenatal depression and anxiety among pregnant women attending El-Eman Specialized Hospital, for antenatal care.