Evaluating the effects of a maternal depression intervention on families during COVID-19

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What this research studies

This research investigates how maternal depression interventions can help mitigate the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on mothers and their children. It focuses on understanding the long-term effects of the pandemic on families, particularly in vulnerable populations. By analyzing data from a longitudinal study in rural Pakistan, the research aims to identify risk factors and protective elements that can support mental health across generations. The study employs both experimental and observational methodologies to assess the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions.

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Where this research is happening

• Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
  Chapel Hill, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Maselko, Joanna — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
• Study coordinator: Maselko, Joanna

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