Active Pregnancy, Children & Inherited Conditions NIHR-supported project Mental Health

Fear of Childbirth

Funder NIHR (part of DHSC)
Recipient organisation NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre
NIHR support Recorded as supported by this research centre
Period Mar 2025 — Feb 2027

Summary

Original abstract (not yet simplified)

This BRC Fellowship will investigate psychological factors contributing to fear of childbirth and potential therapeutic implications.

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This BRC Fellowship will investigate psychological factors contributing to fear of childbirth and potential therapeutic implications.

Researchers

Aimee McKinnon (Principal Investigator)

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Original classification

Psychological Treatments

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