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Applying Leventhal's self-regulatory model to pregnancy: evidence that pregnancy-related beliefs and emotional responses are associated with maternal health outcomes

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posted on 2023-06-08, 21:34 authored by Donna JessopDonna Jessop, Lisa Craig, Susan Ayers
This study explored whether women’s beliefs about, and emotional responses to, pregnancy could account for variations in maternal mental and physical health outcomes, using the self-regulatory model as a theoretical framework. Women in the last trimester of pregnancy (N = 408) completed an online survey including measures of representations of pregnancy, coping, and physical and mental health. Results revealed that representations of pregnancy accounted for up to 30 and 39 per cent of the variance in indicators of physical and mental health, respectively. Findings suggest that beliefs about pregnancy may have important implications for maternal health.

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  • Published

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Journal

Journal of Health Psychology

ISSN

1359-1053

Publisher

Sage

Issue

9

Volume

19

Page range

1091-1102

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  • Psychology Publications

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Peer reviewed?

  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2015-07-10

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2015-07-10

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