RT Journal Article
T1 The efficacy of psychological interventions on well-being during the perinatal period: A systematic review
A1 Nombela, Elisa
A1 Marchena, Carlos
A1 Duque, Almudena
A1 Chaves Vélez, Covadonga
AB Although research has already shown the importance of promoting well-being during pregnancy and after birth, previous meta-analyses on the effectiveness of psychological interventions do not include wellbeing as a primary outcome measure, focusing instead on assessing the effectiveness in reducing symptoms. This study aimed at conducting a systematic review of the effects of psychological interventions on well-being during the perinatal period. A search was conducted in Psycinfo, PubMed, Web of Science (WOS) and Scopus for articles published from 2014 to 2024. A review of 16 randomized clinical trials revealed that most interventions were effective in both improving well-being and reducing clinical symptoms. Face-to-face, therapist-led, and group-based approaches showed better adherence. Positive changes in well-being were maintained over time, although the postpartum transition may have influenced the maintenance of results. This study highlights the importance of including well-being measures in clinical trials during the perinatal period and advocates for a shift toward promoting well-being alongside symptom management.
PB Elsevier
SN 0163-8343
YR 2025
FD 2025-03
LK https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/133713
UL https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/133713
LA eng
NO Nombela, E., Marchena, C., Duque, A., & Chaves, C. (2025). The efficacy of psychological interventions on well-being during the perinatal period: A systematic review. General Hospital Psychiatry, 93, 40-51. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2025.01.006
NO 2025 Acuerdos transformativos CRUE.
NO Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación (España)
DS Docta Complutense
RD 19 mar 2026