Child abuse and experiences of discrimination are linked to fear of childbirth among younger patients in the US: a cohort study

Child abuse and experiences of discrimination are linked to fear of childbirth among younger patients in the US: a cohort study

Abstract Background Studies have documented more fear of childbirth (FoC) among younger people, resulting in psychological distress, health-risk behaviors, pregnancy termination, and elective Caesarian delivery. Little is known about FoC in the US, particularly among African Americans, despite highe...

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Main Authors: Natacha M. De Genna, Rachel P. Kolko Conlon, Meredith Spada, Priya Gopalan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Fear of childbirth
Discrimination
Child abuse
Pregnancy
Prenatal
Inequalities
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-025-07841-4
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