Abstract
Social determinants of health influence psychological health in pregnancy and contribute to health inequities in birth outcomes. This study examines the association between family involvement during pregnancy and psychological health among Black women. Pregnant women in Detroit, MI and Columbus, OH were recruited between 8 and 29 weeks' gestation (n = 203). Higher family involvement was associated with lower depressive symptoms (CES-D; β = −1.3, p < 0.001), perceived stress (β = −0.8, p < 0.001), and anxiety (β = −0.39, p < 0.01), and higher levels of psychological well-being (β = 2.2, p < 0.001). Family involvement may be a protective factor for pregnant Black women.
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