The impact of psychosocial stress on pregnancy outcomes for women with disabilities
Psychosocial stress and its relation to maternal and infant outcomes among women with disabilities
This study looks at how stress from things like relationship problems and feeling down can impact pregnancy for women with disabilities, aiming to find ways to help ensure healthier births for both moms and their babies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11056106 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how psychosocial stress, including intimate partner violence and depressive symptoms, affects pregnancy outcomes for women with disabilities. It aims to understand the increased risks of adverse birth outcomes such as low birthweight and preterm birth in this population. By examining these associations, the study seeks to identify effective interventions and inform clinical practices to better support disabled mothers and their infants. The research employs a mixed-methods approach to gather comprehensive data on the experiences of these women during pregnancy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women with disabilities who may be experiencing psychosocial stress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have disabilities may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal and infant health outcomes for women with disabilities by addressing psychosocial stressors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing psychosocial factors can improve health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Charlottesville, United States
- University of Virginia — Charlottesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alhusen, Jeanne L — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Alhusen, Jeanne L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.