This study looked at whether home visits by community health workers could improve the mental health of pregnant women in rural China. Overall, the visits did not improve mental health for all women. However, they did help women who had strong support from their families, especially those with supportive husbands. The findings suggest that home visit programs work better when … [Read more...] about The mental health benefit of a community-based home-visiting program for prenatal women: evidence from a randomized controlled trial in China
Maternal mental health
Interventions to address postpartum depression in South Asian countries: a scoping review
Postpartum depression (PPD) affects mothers' health, bonding with their babies, and child development. This review examined studies on PPD in South Asia and found 20 studies from only four countries: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Many used community health workers to deliver culturally adapted mental health support. Some studies showed improved maternal mental health … [Read more...] about Interventions to address postpartum depression in South Asian countries: a scoping review
“She’s a Family Member”: How Community Health Workers Impact Perinatal Mothers’ Stress Through Social-Emotional Support and Connections to Programs and Resources
This study explores how the Northwest Ohio Pathways HUB program impacts stress and mental wellbeing in perinatal mothers. The program connects mothers with community health workers (CHWs) who assess risk factors and link them to appropriate care. A survey of 119 mothers and monthly interviews with 41 mothers showed significant stress reduction and improved feelings of safety … [Read more...] about “She’s a Family Member”: How Community Health Workers Impact Perinatal Mothers’ Stress Through Social-Emotional Support and Connections to Programs and Resources
Postpartum Depression Among Latina Women: A Literature Review
The Hispanic population in the United States has grown significantly, with Latina women showing high fertility rates. However, they also face an increased risk of postpartum depression, which is exacerbated by a lack of representation in research and healthcare guidelines. This literature review from 2020-2023 highlights factors contributing to higher rates of postpartum … [Read more...] about Postpartum Depression Among Latina Women: A Literature Review
Evidence of mobile health integration into primary health care systems for better maternal mental health in LMICs during COVID-19 pandemic – Review
The aim of this review was to explore the integration of maternal mental health into existing maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) programs so that delivery of mental health interventions can be done alongside MNCH interventions. Researchers investigated various studies across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and found that the integration of mental health … [Read more...] about Evidence of mobile health integration into primary health care systems for better maternal mental health in LMICs during COVID-19 pandemic – Review