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Prenatal Depression and Anxiety and Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy: Findings from the Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring Survey (2016–2020)

Abstract Objectives: Depression during pregnancy has recently been found to affect the risk of hypertensive pregnancy disorders. However, few studies have looked at the effect of having depression or anxiety prior to pregnancy and its effects on hypertensive pregnancy disorders (HDP). This study aims to analyze a population-based sample of at-risk pregnant women in Utah …

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Perinatal depression trends in Utah and the role of nurses and integrated behavioral health professionals

Abstract Objectives: Perinatal depression is a serious condition that many women experience in Utah. Women with this challenge may not receive adequate treatment even when they are screened. This study evaluated the needs of Utah women who are perinatally depressed and identified recommendations for addressing this public health concern. Methods: Data collected from the Utah …

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Period Poverty

Problem Statement Period poverty is defined as the inability to access affordable and clean sanitary products, adequate hygiene facilities, and sufficient menstrual hygiene education.1 It also includes the lack of safe and private spaces for cleaning and means for disposal of used menstrual hygiene products.2 Recent estimates show nearly 500 million women and girls globally …

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Comparison of Anxiety and Depression among Women Who Gave Birth in Utah 2016-2020 Using the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitory System (PRAMS)

Background Throughout the world, individuals have experienced multiple adverse physical outcomes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; in addition, they have been impacted by unfavorable mental health outcomes arising from the pandemic.1 Pregnant women are especially vulnerable to mental health distress during times of national crises.2 Depression and anxiety during pregnancy can have adverse …

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Postpartum Checkups in Utah: An Analysis of 2012-2020 Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) Data

Background Approximately 700 women die each year from pregnancy-related complications in the United States. About one in three maternal deaths happen between one week and one year postpartum. Most of these deaths are preventable, and closing the gaps in access to quality care can help.1 Postpartum healthcare occurs during the first six weeks after childbirth …

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Anxiety Symptoms and Severity among Perinatal Women Screened for Depression with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

Abstract Objectives: Describe the prevalence of anxiety among perinatal women screened with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and identify the proportion of women screening positive for depression only, anxiety only, and co-occurring anxiety/depression  Methods: Routine screening for depression was offered to all clients at 5 rural Utah public health department clinics. The online EPDS …

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Gender-Based Violence as Structural Violence Among Sexual & Gender Minority Populations: Pilot Data from the University of Utah

Abstract Objectives: To examine gender-based violence (GBV) against sexual and gender minority (SGM) women at the University of Utah as structural violence. A better understanding of GBV within SGM populations can improve prevention efforts and intervention, and advance further research. Methods: This study utilized quantitative methods of data collection in the form a survey. Results: …

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Exploring the Dimensions of Adolescent Pregnancy Intendedness, Wantedness, and Planning

Synopsis Study question: How do pregnant adolescent women perceive and understand the pregnancy classification terms “planned,” “wanted,” and “unintended” used by the National Survey of Family Growth?What is already known: The clinical relevance of measuring intended and unintended pregnancy in the National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG) is unclear, particularly to the adolescent population. While …

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Obesity and Mental Health

Problem Statement The prevalence of obesity in the United States has increased from 30.5% to 42.4% among adults over the past twenty years.1 Although obesity has an impact on health regardless of gender, some disparities exist. Rates of obesity are similar among men and women; however, stroke risk associated with obesity has remained stagnant in …

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Female Healthcare Workers’ Mental Health During COVID-19 and Available Resources

Problem Statement Adverse mental health outcomes are a severe public health issue that significantly affects our healthcare providers’ health and performance.1 Worldwide, female healthcare providers have been physically and emotionally exhausted from caring for COVID-19 patients. Their mental health may be affected by the increased demand for care and the maintenance of personal responsibilities. Additional …

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