Occupational Stress, Social Relationships, and Their Impact on Pregnant Women: A Case Study
Subject Areas :ladan Ashrf 1 , Yaser Dehghani 2
1 - Master's student in Social Psychology. Department of Psychology, Fatemiyeh Shiraz Institute of Higher Education, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
2 - Ph.D. in Curriculum Studies, Assistant Professor at Institute Fatemieh Shiraz, Shiraz, Fars, Iran
Keywords: Occupational stres , Social relationships, Pregnant women, Social support.,
Abstract :
In today's world, pregnant women face various challenges such as occupational stress, financial pressures, and shifts in social relationships, all of which can significantly impact their mental and physical health. This article explores the connections between occupational stress, social relationships, and their effects on pregnant women. It also highlights the importance of this research for improving the understanding of factors affecting the health of pregnant women and enhancing their conditions for the development and advancement of the country's population. The study, conducted in Bushehr City with a group of pregnant women through seven semi-structured interviews, reveals that these women experience high levels of occupational stress, shifts in social relationships, and psychological pressures. A detailed analysis indicates that psychological interventions, particularly in social psychology, can help mitigate the negative effects of job-related stress. The findings show a significant relationship between occupational stress, social relationships, and their impacts on pregnant women. These findings emphasize that effective stress management and stronger social relationships can enhance the mental and physical health of pregnant women,ultimately contributing to the country's population growth.