Psychological factors associated with family functionality in pregnant women

International Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Research 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Dora María Estrada Durán, Ruiz Jurado Dr. Arturo, María Fernanda Lara Mirafuentes
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18284706
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Abstract

Abstract Objective: To analyze the psychological factors associated with family functionality in pregnant women with pregestational and gestational diabetes. Materials and Methods: Observational, prospective, cross-sectional, and comparative study conducted at a Family Medicine Unit in Veracruz, Mexico, between October 2024 and February 2025. A total of 135 pregnant women were included, both with and without diabetes, and normoevolutive. The FF-SIL test was used to assess family functionality, and the HADS scale was applied to evaluate psychological factors such as anxiety and depression. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were used to analyze associations, with significance set at p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum Gestational Diabetes Research and Management Diabetes Management and Education

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Research
Publication date
17 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint