The relationship between prenatal attachment and spiritual well-being in high-risk pregnant women in Turkey: A cross-sectional study

Authors : Gizem Çıtak, Zeynep Polat

Pages : 249-259

Doi:10.51972/tfsd.1781444

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Publication Date : 2025-09-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Purpose: This cross-sectional study aimed to examine the relationship between prenatal attachment and spiritual well-being in high-risk pregnant women in Turkey. Material and Methods: Data were collected between February and April 2025 from 123 participants at the obstetrics outpatient clinic and wards of a training and research hospital. Participants completed a Personal Information From, the Prenatal Attachment Inventory (PAI), and the Three-Factor Spiritual Well-Being Scale (3F-SWB). Results: High levels of prenatal attachment and spiritual well-being were observed among participants. Prenatal attachment was significantly associated with age, planned pregnancy, and psychological status, while spiritual well-being was significantly related to family structure and psychological status. Moreover, a moderate, positive, and statistically significant correlation was found between prenatal attachment and spiritual well-being. Conclusion: These findings highlight the importance of integrating spiritual and emotional support services into midwifery care for high-risk pregnancies.
Keywords : Ebelik, Spiritüel iyi oluş, Prenatal Bağlanma, Yüksek riskli gebelikler

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