This study suggests that women who perceive less social support satisfaction utilize more avoidant coping strategies and experience greater depression mood. Thus, although these associations are not indicative of a causal relationship, results raise the possibility that women at-risk for depressed mood during pregnancy can be identified by assessing perceived social support and coping styles. Future prospective studies are needed to test the causal relationships among these variables. Clinical interventions to target these psychosocial factors during pregnancy are discussed.
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