A network of strength: How social support and functionality appreciation mitigate fear of childbirth
Journal of Health Psychology: An Interdisciplinary, International Journal
Published online on April 09, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Health Psychology, Ahead of Print.
Fear of childbirth is a growing global concern, yet psychological resources that mitigate it remain understudied. This cross-sectional study investigated whether appreciating one’s body for its functionality—an aspect of positive body image—alongside ...
Fear of childbirth is a growing global concern, yet psychological resources that mitigate it remain understudied. This cross-sectional study investigated whether appreciating one’s body for its functionality—an aspect of positive body image—alongside ...