Stress, psychosocial resources, and depressive symptomatology during pregnancy in low-income, inner-city women
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This article examines the relationship between stress, social support, self-esteem, and depression during and after pregnancy in poor, inner-city women. Results indicate that life stress events were significantly associated with increased depression while social support, self-esteem, and financial resources were associated with lower levels of depression.
Publication Name: Health Psychology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0278-6133
Year: 2000
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An exploratory study of social support, distress, and life disruption among low-income Hispanic women under treatment for early stage breast cancer
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This article investigates the relationship between social support, life disruption, and feelings of distress among Hispanic women during their first year after a breast cancer diagnosis. Results indicate that instrumental support from a spouse and emotional support from family and friends before surgery help to reduce stress levels after surgery.
Publication Name: Health Psychology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0278-6133
Year: 2001
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Direct and crossover effects of prosocial and antisocial coping behaviors
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A new study investigates the link between antisocial and prosocial behavior of fire-emergency workers and their partners to individual and relationship well-being.
Publication Name: Journal of Family Psychology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0893-3200
Year: 2000
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