BMC Psychiatry March 2019 PMID 30898103

Maternal unwanted and intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression in the perinatal period: study protocol.

Fanie Collardeau, Bryony Corbyn, John Abramowitz, Patricia A Janssen, Sheila Woody, Nichole Fairbrother

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Peak: 3 in Oct 2019
across 5 sources since Mar 2019

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a positive and curious tone, with comments like 'Infant-related harm thoughts, that are unwanted and intrusive, has limited empirical and clinical literature,' emphasizing the importance of the study. Phrases such as 'supports previous research' and 'fill a very important gap' indicate recognition of the study’s potential impact, while the use of hashtags and references to clinical contexts show a serious engagement with maternal health issues.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the study’s findings that intrusive thoughts are common and do not necessarily lead to harmful behaviors, reflecting agreement rather than disagreement.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions on new research and the potential implications for maternal mental health generate high interest among participants.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some comments engage with the topic deeply, referencing clinical implications and supporting evidence, others are more casual or supportive, showing moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The focus on filling research gaps and clarifying misconceptions indicates that these discussions could influence perceptions and future research on maternal health.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates how common and distressing unwanted intrusive thoughts of infant harm are among new mothers, especially in relation to OCD and depression, and whether these thoughts increase the risk of harming the baby.
  • Researchers gathered data from 763 pregnant women across British Columbia through online questionnaires and phone interviews at different times before and after birth to understand the prevalence, characteristics, and course of these thoughts, as well as their links to child abuse, OCD, and depression.
  • The goal is to provide evidence-based information for healthcare providers and families to better understand these thoughts, as current research on maternal intrusive harm-related thoughts is limited.

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postpartumstress.com
@ppstresscenter · X

New research by #NicholeFairbrother supports previous research that unwanted, postpartum intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm do not predict harming behaviors toward the infant. https://t.co/qhdJGUBJRa #momsneedtoknow @PoojaLakshmin @MotherhoodUS #goodmomshavescarythoughts

Oct 20, 2019 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,777 followers View post →
Himanshu Tyagi
@himanshutyagi · X

Infant-related accidental and intentional harm thoughts, that are unwanted and intrusive, has limited empirical and clinical literature. This longitudinal cohort study will fill a very important gap https://t.co/fPkWNvOYGG @maternalocd @chrisha_jay #OCD #perinatalOCD #perinatal

Mar 25, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,525 followers View post →
Maternal OCD
@maternalocd · X

RT @himanshutyagi: Infant-related accidental and intentional harm thoughts, that are unwanted and intrusive, has limited empirical and clin…

Mar 25, 2019 · 1 share · 6,245 followers View post →
Samuel Isaac Dealey (call me Sam)
@datafaucet · X

Intrusive Thoughts are CANCELLED!! https://t.co/Rg72NPS9Fp via @YouTube Thanks @whats_therapy

Jun 3, 2021 · 5,700 followers View post →
ICEA
@ICEA_org · X

Maternal unwanted and intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression in the perinatal period: study protocol https://t.co/Ku8ec0MaCn

Apr 29, 2021 · 5,465 followers View post →
Dr. Juli Fraga
@dr_fraga · X

RT @ppstresscenter: New research by #NicholeFairbrother supports previous research that unwanted, postpartum intrusive thoughts of infant-r…

Oct 20, 2019 · 1 share · 4,472 followers View post →

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Samuel Isaac Dealey (call me Sam)
@datafaucet · X

Intrusive Thoughts are CANCELLED!! https://t.co/Rg72NPS9Fp via @YouTube Thanks @whats_therapy

Jun 3, 2021 · 5,700 followers View post →
ICEA
@ICEA_org · X

Maternal unwanted and intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression in the perinatal period: study protocol https://t.co/Ku8ec0MaCn

Apr 29, 2021 · 5,465 followers View post →
Clay & Johanna Real Estate Group
@clayandjohanna · X

Maternal unwanted and intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm, obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression in the perinatal period: study protocol https://t.co/IaMl0qbkvA #nicholefairbrother

Oct 20, 2019 · 96 followers View post →
Dr. Juli Fraga
@dr_fraga · X

RT @ppstresscenter: New research by #NicholeFairbrother supports previous research that unwanted, postpartum intrusive thoughts of infant-r…

Oct 20, 2019 · 1 share · 4,472 followers View post →
postpartumstress.com
@ppstresscenter · X

New research by #NicholeFairbrother supports previous research that unwanted, postpartum intrusive thoughts of infant-related harm do not predict harming behaviors toward the infant. https://t.co/qhdJGUBJRa #momsneedtoknow @PoojaLakshmin @MotherhoodUS #goodmomshavescarythoughts

Oct 20, 2019 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,777 followers View post →
Maternal OCD
@maternalocd · X

RT @himanshutyagi: Infant-related accidental and intentional harm thoughts, that are unwanted and intrusive, has limited empirical and clin…

Mar 25, 2019 · 1 share · 6,245 followers View post →
Himanshu Tyagi
@himanshutyagi · X

Infant-related accidental and intentional harm thoughts, that are unwanted and intrusive, has limited empirical and clinical literature. This longitudinal cohort study will fill a very important gap https://t.co/fPkWNvOYGG @maternalocd @chrisha_jay #OCD #perinatalOCD #perinatal

Mar 25, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,525 followers View post →