A Pilot Feasibility Study to Evaluate a Doula-led Postpartum Prevention Intervention
Duke University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether an existing evidence-based intervention, You Matter, can be delivered with fidelity by doulas at their community clinic, MAAME, Inc.
Description
The purpose of this study is to determine whether an existing evidence-based intervention, You Matter, can be delivered with fidelity by doulas at their community clinic, MAAME, Inc. The researchers will: (1) train doulas to implement You Matter; (2) recruit 40 pregnant and postpartum women to participate in You Matter; (3) evaluate whether You Matter reduced postpartum depression and trauma symptoms.
Eligibility
- Age range
- Not specified
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion criteria are: 1. Edinburgh Postpartum Depression score of 10 or greater; 2. currently pregnant or within the first 3 years postpartum. Exclusion criteria includes: 1. high risk of an imminent suicide attempt; 2. actively psychotic or manic; 3. current drug or alcohol use disorder; 4. significant health complications (e.g., cancer).
Interventions
- BehavioralYouMatter
You Matter is an 8-week, 8-session (8 group sessions) intervention that integrates mental health and parenting psychoeducation, supports parent-child interactions, enhances social connections, provides access to culturally-relevant resources, and emphasizes emotional and physical self-care
Location
- Duke University Medical CenterDurham, North Carolina