The Relationship Between Husband’s Support and the Incidence of Postpartum Depression at PMB in Pariaman
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31674/ijbb.2025.v02i02.005Abstract
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a prevalent psychological disorder that affects many women during the early postnatal period, posing significant risks to both maternal and infant health. Among various psychosocial determinants, the support provided by the husband plays a crucial role in either protecting against or contributing to the onset of PPD. This study aims to examine the relationship between the level of husband’s support and the incidence of postpartum depression among postpartum mothers receiving care at independent midwifery practices (PMB) in Pariaman, Indonesia. A quantitative analytic method with a cross-sectional design was used. The study involved 60 postpartum mothers selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that included demographic data, a husband’s support scale, and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). The results revealed that 29 mothers (48.3%) experienced symptoms of postpartum depression. Among those with low husband’s support, 83.3% were found to be depressed, while the prevalence was 64.7% among those with moderate support and only 12.0% among those with high support. The Chi-square test indicated a statistically significant association between husband’s support and postpartum depression (χ² = 23.870, df = 2, p = 0.000). These findings suggest that lower levels of spousal support are associated with higher risks of postpartum depression. Therefore, enhancing husband involvement during the perinatal period should be considered a key strategy in preventing postpartum depression and improving maternal mental health outcomes.
Keywords:
Postpartum depression, husband’s support, maternal mental health, EPDS, spousal involvement, midwifery services, Indonesia, perinatal careReferences
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