This study assessed patient satisfaction with the use of a spiritually based (mantram/sacred
word) intervention in expecting couples. A mixed-methods design, experimental repeated …

Purpose: Fear of childbirth poses substantial risks to healthy adjustment across the perinatal
period. Fear of childbirth includes maladaptive appraisals of pain (eg, pain catastrophizing) …

The current study was aimed to evaluate the effects of interventions conducted in line with
the coping with labor pain algorithm (holistic birth support strategies) on women's coping …

Fear of childbirth (FOC) can lead to maternal distress during and after pregnancy. The aim of
this randomized controlled trial (RCT) was to examine whether art therapy as an adjunct to …

Background: Healthcare workers report high levels of stress in the workplace. To determine
how to reduce stress, the authors examined the effectiveness of frequently repeating a …

Aim. This paper reports a study assessing the usefulness of a mantram repetition
programme. Background. Complementary/alternative therapies are becoming …

We assessed the efficacy of a spiritually-integrated cognitive-behavioral educational group
intervention for reducing stress, anxiety, depression, and blood pressure during pregnancy …

Background Anxiety and depression affects many pregnant women. Massage may be
beneficial for supporting mental wellbeing during this time. The aim of this study was to …

Background: Given the prevalence and outcomes of gestational depression and anxiety and
the important role of midwives in psychological support of pregnant women, alternative …

Objective To evaluate the effects of an integrated childbirth education intervention on
reducing childbirth fear, anxiety, and depression, and improving dispositional mindfulness …