The Pregnancy Related Beliefs Questionnaire (PRBQ): An examination of the psychometric properties in perinatal samples

ConclusionsThe PRBQ‐8 is a psychometrically sound measure of maternal attitudes that can be used antenatally to identify women at risk of post‐natal depression.Key Practitioner Message The PRBQ‐8 is a valid and reliable measure of maladaptive maternal attitudes. The PRBQ‐8 can help perinatal practitioners identify women who hold unhelpful beliefs regarding the maternal role. Assessing maladaptive maternal attitudes during pregnancy can help identify women who may be at risk of developing postnatal depression.
Source: Clinical Psychology - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research