Interfering Barriers to Postpartum Depression Screening among women in Saudi Arabia: A Phenomenological Study

Almutairi, Hessa Abdulranhman; Alyousef, Seham Mansour; Lalithabai, Diana Selvamony

doi:10.5742/mewfm.2023.95256018

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“…The “enhance health education” theme revealed that providing education to women during the antenatal period could decrease their anxiety after delivery and reduce the stigma that is considered a barrier for depressed postpartum women to seek help ( Almutairi et al, 2022 ). To maximize the possibility of detecting PPD symptoms early, nurses and midwives should begin educating new mothers and other relatives about the characteristics and clinical manifestations of depression, as well as how to detect depression symptoms, as early as possible ( Saleh et al, 2020 ).…”

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Exploring the Healthcare Services’ Contribution to Reducing Postpartum Depression

Almutairi,

Alyousef,

Alhamidi

et al. 2023

SAGE Open Nursing

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Introduction The postpartum period is accompanied by health risks that impact many women. Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mental health problem that has been neglected in maternal healthcare services. Objective The purpose of this study was to explore nurses’ perceptions towards health services’ contribution to lowering the incidence of PPD. Methods An interpretive phenomenological approach was adopted in a tertiary hospital in Saudi Arabia. A convenience sample of 10 postpartum nurses was interviewed face-to-face. The analysis followed Colaizzi's data analysis method. Results Seven main themes emerged on how to improve maternal health services to contribute to reducing the incidence of PPD among women: (1) maternal mental health, (2) follow-up of mental health status, (3) screening mental health status, (4) enhancing health education, (5) reducing stigma toward mental health, (6) updating resources, and (7) empowering nurses. Conclusion The integration of mental health services into maternal services that are provided to women needs to be considered in the context of Saudi Arabia. This integration will result in high-quality holistic maternal care.

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Exploring the Healthcare Services’ Contribution to Reducing Postpartum Depression

Almutairi,

Alyousef,

Alhamidi

et al. 2023

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“…The study revealed several significant obstacles, such as a lack of overall interest in research projects (40.2%), a lack of interest in completing research (38.6%), limited knowledge of the research process (36.2%), and insufficient time to complete research activities (24.4%). Despite highlighting these prevalent issues, the study's findings are limited to the specific context of Riyadh, which may not be entirely applicable to other regions within Saudi Arabia or beyond [39].…”

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Challenges for Conducting Research during Pandemics. A Narrative Review

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Alalmai,

Aodh

et al. 2024

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Background: Research during pandemics presents unique challenges and opportunities that are crucial for advancing scientific knowledge and improving public health responses. This study's topic is significant due to the unprecedented disruptions caused by pandemics like COVID-19, which have impacted all stages of the research process. This study aims to identify and analyze research challenges during pandemics and propose strategies to overcome these obstacles.Methods: A narrative literature review was conducted, focusing on the challenges of conducting research during pandemics. A comprehensive search strategy was implemented, using databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science, with keywords including "pandemic," "research challenges," "COVID-19 research," "SARS research," "clinical trials during pandemics," "best practices," and "research strategies." The review covered studies published from 2004 to 2023, including previous pandemics like SARS, H1N1, and COVID-19. Relevant articles were identified through database searches and manual reference list reviews.Discussion: The review revealed multidimensional challenges affecting various stages of the research process. Political, economic, administrative, regulatory, logistical, ethical, and social challenges were identified. Logistical difficulties were prevalent, such as limited access to laboratories and supply chain disruptions. Ethical challenges, including informed consent and data privacy, were magnified during health crises. The mental health impacts on researchers and participants were also significant, with increased anxiety and depression affecting engagement and well-being.Conclusion: The study concludes that while pandemics introduce considerable challenges for conducting research, there are also valuable lessons and best practices that can be applied in future crises. Effective strategies include investing in digital infrastructure, developing flexible ethical frameworks, implementing adaptive clinical trial designs, and supporting mental health for researchers and participants. By learning from the COVID-19 pandemic, the research community can better prepare for and navigate future pandemics, ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of scientific investigations.

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Interfering Barriers to Postpartum Depression Screening among women in Saudi Arabia: A Phenomenological Study

Cited by 2 publications

References 6 publications

Exploring the Healthcare Services’ Contribution to Reducing Postpartum Depression

Exploring the Healthcare Services’ Contribution to Reducing Postpartum Depression

Challenges for Conducting Research during Pandemics. A Narrative Review

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