Rev Gaucha Enferm. 2021 Dec 6;42:e20200388. doi: 10.1590/1983-1447.2021.20200388. eCollection 2021.
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the classification and factors associated with anxiety and/or depression in mothers of newborns in a neonatal intensive care unit and elaborate the nursing process after psychological testing.
METHOD: A study conducted with 91 mothers of newborns in intensive care of northeastern maternity, through a Beck anxiety and depression characterization and inventory form.
RESULTS: Majority with severe anxiety (93.4%) and moderate depression (50.5%). There was statistical significance between anxiety with planned pregnancy (p=0.022) and vaginal delivery route (p=0.028), as well as depression with abortion (p=0.027) and mechanical ventilation (p=0.017).
CONCLUSION: Route of delivery, unpaid occupation, income, kangaroo method adhering, supplementation, schooling, planned pregnancy, gestational age of birth and newborn weight impact emotional instability. Social support stands out as a protective factor for symptoms of anxiety and depression.
PMID:34878017 | DOI:10.1590/1983-1447.2021.20200388
