Journal of Psychiatry Psychology and Behavioral Research (JPPBR)
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2023): Fight Against Depression and Embrace Equity in Mental Health

THE BENEFIT OF COUNSELLING TO PREGNANT WOMEN WITH A HISTORY OF SPONTANEOUS ABORTION: A CASE REPORT

Qatrunnada Naqiyyah Khusmitha (Department of Midwifery Medicine Faculty, University of Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia)



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Publish Date
31 Mar 2023

Abstract

Background: Abortion becomes a complication that can occur in pregnancy and cause psychological and physical distress. Spontaneous abortion can become trigger anxiety and depression during pregnancy. Midwifery who helps patients in perifer or rural areas need to concern about how to do early detection and counseling to reduce risk of psychological risk which can be elevated.Objective: This report aimed to evaluate the anxiety and depression state with a history of spontaneous abortion in their first pregnancy.Methods: This paper was a case report reporting a patient with a second pregnant condition. This patient has a history of spontaneous abortion in her first pregnancy. Evaluating process with Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) dan Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS) and follow-up after parturition period.Results: Decreasing scores on HAM-A and HAM-D after counseling helped the patient to release her anxiety and depression duringpregnancy. The patient is more prepared about signs and symptoms when she feels uneasy and overwhelmed and protects herself from another distortion cognition from spontaneous abortion.Conclusion: Counselling had benefits to decrease anxiety and depression in pregnant women with a history of spontaneous abortion. Keywords: anxiety, depression, spontaneous abortion.

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jppbr

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Humanities Education Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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Journal of Psychiatry Psychology and Behavioral Research (JPPBR) consists of publications such as research studies, case studies, review article, short communication and theories of Psychiatry, Psychology, Human Behavior, and related areas. The journal provides information about mental health and ...