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Psychological distress in the neonatal intensive care unit: a meta-review

202420 citationsOpen accessStellenbosch University

Abstract

Psychological distress is high in NICU, affecting parents and siblings. Maternal psychological distress may have long lasting effects on infant health and differs from that of fathers, who require as much attention as mothers Little is known about emotional stress in siblings and sex and gender minority group peoples Few interventions showed conclusive effectiveness in reducing psychological distress with combination interventions showing more effectiveness than single interventions.

Research topics

  • Infant Development and Preterm Care
  • Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units

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DOI: 10.1038/s41390-024-03599-1

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