Evaluating Online Psychosocial Support for Pregnant Women with a Fetal Anomaly Diagnosis in a Randomized Trial

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of a psychosocial support program for pregnant women diagnosed with fetal anomalies. The study uses a randomized controlled trial design to compare the outcomes of women receiving the support intervention with those receiving routine prenatal care. This research aims to help women cope with the challenges of a fetal anomaly diagnosis by improving their mental and physical health during pregnancy. Participants in the intervention group will receive a structured psychosocial support program that includes individual counseling sessions, stress management techniques, emotional support, and educational materials focused on coping strategies and mental well-being. This program is delivered by trained healthcare professionals during the prenatal period. The control group will receive usual prenatal care without additional psychosocial support. Throughout the study, researchers will assess participants levels of depression, anxiety, stress, prenatal attachment, and maternal attachment. These will be measured before the 20th week of pregnancy, after a 6-week intervention, and during follow-up periods including 4 weeks after the post-test and 6 weeks after birth. This assessment helps evaluate the impact of the psychosocial support on emotional and maternal bonding outcomes.

Effectiveness of a Psychosocial Support Intervention for Women Diagnosed With Fetal Anomaly