RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06824480

The Effect of Postpartum Debriefing on the Psychological Outcomes

The Effect of Debriefing of Childbirth in the Early Postpartum Period on the Psychological Outcomes


Sponsor

Mersin University

Enrollment

72 participants

Start Date

Feb 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study was planned to determine the effect of re-signification of birth in the early postpartum period on postpartum fear of childbirth, postpartum depression and birth trauma.


Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 45 Years

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This study is testing whether a structured debriefing conversation after childbirth — where a midwife or nurse helps a new mother process and make sense of her birth experience — can reduce anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms after a difficult birth. **You may be eligible if...** - You recently gave birth (within a few days) - You experienced a difficult or distressing labor or delivery - You are 18 or older - You are able to communicate in the language of the study **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are currently receiving psychiatric treatment for a severe mental health condition - Your baby is in critical condition requiring your full attention - You are too unwell to participate following childbirth complications - You are unwilling to have your conversation recorded or assessed Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALdebriefing group

Women who volunteered to participate in the study and met the participation criteria were informed about the study. The first session will be held face to face in the clinic for 40 minutes. Then, the second session will be held by phone within 4-6 weeks after birth, with a total of 2 meetings with each woman for approximately 40 minutes.

BEHAVIORALcontrol group

he women in the control group will be asked how the birth went within 12-24 hours after birth by the researcher as part of their routine care, but no detailed analysis or interpretation will be made.


Locations(2)

Mersin university

Mersin, Turkey (Türkiye)

Mersin University

Mersin, Turkey (Türkiye)

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