Evidence · Randomised trial
Joint observation in NICU (JOIN): A randomized controlled trial testing an early, one-session intervention during preterm care to improve perceived maternal self-efficacy and other mental health outcomes.
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Summary
Single-centre randomised controlled trial testing a one-session Joint Observation intervention in the NICU for mothers of preterm infants born at 28 to 32+6 weeks' gestation. The primary outcome was perceived maternal self-efficacy, with secondary outcomes including stress, anxiety, depression, perception of the parent-infant relationship and maternal responsiveness at 1 and 6 months. No significant group differences were found, although self-efficacy improved and anxiety and depression decreased over time in both groups. Mothers reported high satisfaction, suggesting the intervention may be an additional supportive measure during the NICU stay.
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