Investigating childbirth-related PTSD in Switzerland
Childbirth-related Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Switzerland and Understanding Its Relations With Depression, Health Care Renunciation, Coparenting and Parental Burnout: The Swiss Cohort on Traumatic Childbirth and Health
This study looks at how common childbirth-related PTSD is among mothers and their partners in Switzerland and what factors might affect their experiences over the first year after having a baby.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lausanne, Vaud) |
| Trial ID | NCT05865704 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (CB-PTSD) and related symptoms (CB-PTSS) among mothers and their partners in Switzerland. It employs a longitudinal cohort design, collecting data through surveys at four key time points: during the third trimester of pregnancy, and at 6-12 weeks, 6 months, and 12 months postpartum. The study will analyze various psychological, medical, and social factors associated with CB-PTSD and CB-PTSS, including the impact of childbirth experiences and social support. The findings will help identify risk and protective factors, as well as the effects on family dynamics and bonding with the infant.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include pregnant women in their third trimester or those who are 6 to 12 weeks postpartum, along with their partners.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently pregnant or postpartum, or those who do not have partners, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of childbirth-related PTSD, enhancing support for affected families.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in understanding PTSD related to childbirth, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women being pregnant in the third pregnancy trimester, or being between 6 to 12 weeks postpartum. Partners are recruited base on the inclusion criteria for mothers. Exclusion Criteria: * N/A.
Where this trial is running
Lausanne, Vaud
- Lausanne University Hospital — Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Antje Horsch — Unil-Chuv
- Study coordinator: Antje Horsch, Prof.
- Email: antje.horsch@chuv.ch
- Phone: +41213148571
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.