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To investigate the impact of group singing on maternal communication and attachment in mothers experiencing postnatal depression.

April 10, 2026Open Access

Maternal communication and attachment following a group singing intervention for postnatal depression: findings from the SHAPER-PND trial

Key Points

To investigate the impact of group singing on maternal communication and attachment in mothers experiencing postnatal depression.
Conducted as part of the SHAPER-PND trial
Implemented a group singing intervention for mothers with PND
Measured perceived attachment and communication post-intervention
Group singing significantly enhanced maternal communication
Improved perceived attachment among mothers
Supports the use of arts-informed interventions in mental healthcare

Abstract

Group singing enhanced maternal communication and perceived attachment in mothers with PND. Findings support community-based, arts-informed interventions as accessible approaches to strengthen early relational health and complement perinatal mental healthcare.

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Lavinia Rebecchini

Rebecca H. Bind

Carolina Estevao

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Psychological Medicine

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University College London

King's College London

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

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