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Stress Regulation During the Postpartum Period

The purpose of this study is to learn more about how stress affects how you pursue everyday goals after childbirth.

Age & Gender

22 years ~ 45 years
Female

Location

North Carolina (Statewide)

What will be asked of you

All study activities can be done in the comfort of your own home. You will be asked to complete a 30-minute, online questionnaire and a Zoom-recorded, 10-minute free-play activity with your child. If applicable, you will be asked to take part in a brief (approximately 15-20 minute) Zoom-recorded interview.

Incentives

$25 for questionnaire and free-play session completion, plus an additional $10 for interview completion

Total length of participation:
Up to 1 hour

Looking for Healthy Volunteers

Requirements for healthy volunteers are different than for those with a specific condition. If you are interested in becoming a healthy volunteer for this study, use the below categories to determine if you are able to participate.

Able to participate:

You are a woman between the ages of 22-45, who is approximately 6-months postpartum.
You are able to complete a written survey and verbal interview in English.
This study will enroll women with and without postpartum depression.

Not eligible if:

You have been diagnosed with a psychiatric condition other than postpartum depression.
You have current suicidal ideation or psychosis.
You have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and/or chronic pain condition.
You are pregnant.

Contact the Team

Visit Location

Elisabeth Bernhardt
Visit Study Website

100% Remote (online, phone, text)

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Lis Bernhardt
School of Nursing

Study Type

Behavioral or Social
Observational

Study Topics

Behavior
Chronic Conditions
Developmental
Mental and Emotional Health
Parents of Children
Wellness and Lifestyle
Women's Health

IRB Number

21-1485

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