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April 25, 2026Women s Health ReportsOpen Access

Unpacking the Protective Power of Social Support in Mitigating Prenatal Anxiety Among Low-Resourced Populations: A Mixed-Methods Study

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JPJulia PangalanganCFCharlotte V. Farewell

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Mixed-methods study investigates social support's impact on prenatal anxiety among low-resourced women, highlighting emotional support's importance.

Key Points

  • The study aims to understand how social support and social determinants affect prenatal anxiety in women facing socioeconomic hardships.
  • Mixed-methods approach combining a cross-sectional survey and qualitative interviews.
  • Focused on identifying adverse social determinants and types of social support related to prenatal anxiety.
  • Sample included pregnant women experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage.
  • Race and food insecurity were significant predictors of prenatal anxiety.
  • Support from friends and peers emerged as the most protective factor against prenatal anxiety.
  • Qualitative data indicated that emotional support was particularly beneficial among the participants.

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Pangalangan et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ec5a8888ba6daa22dac1b9https://doi.org/10.1177/26884844261436556
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