ICPS
2023 International Convention of Psychological Science · 2023
An Evaluation of Sister Circles As an Anxiety Intervention for Pregnant Black Women
- Keaton Somerville
Kent State University - Jordyn Lally
Kent State University - Debra Bell
Birthing Beautiful Communities - Myla Nunn
Birthing Beautiful Communities - Anaya Spencer
Kent State University - Alexis McGhee-Dinvaut
Kent State University - Diane Robinson
Greater Stark County Urban League - Angela Neal-Barnett
Kent State University - Tiffany Rowell
Kent State University
Abstract
Our study evaluates the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a sister circle cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)-based stress and anxiety intervention for pregnant and postpartum Black women. Quantitative and qualitative findings highlight that our intervention increased participants’ knowledge about panic attacks and stress and their ability to manage stressors effectively
Race and Ethnicity