Anxiety and depression in mothers of preterm babies and support during their stay in the neonatal intensive care unit

Both groups of mothers showed a reduction in anxiety and depression symptoms after psychological intervention, with Group G1 experiencing a statistically significant decrease in state-anxiety levels.

• Mothers in both groups reported decreased levels of anxiety and depression after their babies were discharged from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
• Group G1, which received additional support materials, demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in state-anxiety levels compared to Group G2.
• The study highlights the importance of psychological support for mothers of preterm infants.
• Use of materials focused on prematurity is associated with reduced situational anxiety at a clinical level.

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