COVID 19: Implications of social isolation on the well-being and lifestyle habits of brazilian pregnant women

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https://doi.org/10.18316/sdh.v13i1.11162

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Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic affected various population groups, particularly pregnant women who experienced the impacts of changes in family dynamics, lifestyle habits, and psychological disturbances.

Objective: To assess changes in lifestyle habits and perceived stress among Brazilian pregnant women who experienced social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between October and November 2020 using an online questionnaire. Data were collected on sociodemographic, economic, and lifestyle characteristics. Additionally, perceived stress was assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). The data were tabulated in Excel, and statistical analyses were performed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Chi-square tests and Spearman's rank correlation were conducted to evaluate associations and correlations between perceived stress and sociodemographic variables and lifestyle habits.

Results: The sample consisted of 85 pregnant women with a mean age of 31.33 ± 4.87 years. A negative correlation was observed between perceived stress and age (r = -0.318) and a positive association between worsening sleep quality and reduced physical activity (p = 0.022). The level of perceived stress was 21.2 ± 6.88 points, considered moderate to high.

Conclusion: There were changes in lifestyle habits and perceived stress among pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic

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2025-04-30

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