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  • Maternal mind-mindedness and infant oxytocin are interrelated and negatively associated with postnatal depression

    This study aims to investigate the relation between maternal mind-mindedness and oxytocin in mothers and their infant.

    Authors: Lindley Baron-Cohen, K., Fearon, P., Meins, E., et al.

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  • Interparental conflict in the perinatal period: exploring clinical and community populations

    This study aims to address this gap by investigating whether experiences of interparental conflict differ between families who are, and are not, experiencing complex or severe mental health difficulties during this period.

    Authors: Hopson, H., Fonagy, P., & Rosan, C.

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  • Protocol for the economic evaluation of group interpersonal therapy for postnatal depression compared with high-quality standard care in Kenya and Lebanon

    This study evaluates whether group interpersonal therapy, aimed at improving postnatal depression and child development outcomes, provides good value for money, improves the equity of health and developmental outcomes, and is affordable at scale.

    Authors: Abou Jaoude, G. J., Madeghe, B., Maradian, S. P. A., et al.

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  • Intranasal oxytocin increases breast milk oxytocin, but has a reduced effect in depressed mothers: A randomized controlled trial

    In a double-blind, randomized controlled trial, we assessed endogenous oxytocin (OT) concentrations first in the breast milk of new mothers at baseline, and second following the administration of exogenous OT compared to a placebo delivered via a nasal spray.

    Authors: Lindley Baron-Cohen, K., L., Fearon, P., Feldman, R., et al.

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  • Forgotten grievers: A qualitative study exploring experiences of bereavement support after youth-violence-related homicide

    This qualitative study explores support for those bereaved by youth violence, finding significant gaps in availability, access and quality, particularly for siblings, extended family, peers and young people.

    Authors: Wallace-Hanlon, S., Green Stewart, K., Okafor-Sholaja, N., et al.

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  • A psychometric evaluation of the NICHD Parent-Infant Interaction Scales to inform clinical practice

    This study tested the validity and reliability of the NICHD Parent-Infant Interaction scales in a clinical sample, aiming to identify a brief, robust measure of parent-infant interaction suitable for use in perinatal mental health services.

    Authors: Vaillancourt, K., Alyousefi-van Dijk, K., Barlow, J., et al.

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  • Cost-utility analysis of the Circle of Security-Parenting programme to reduce perinatal psychopathology in birthing parents in England

    This study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of the Circle of Security-Parenting (COS-P) programme within NHS perinatal mental health services. It assesses outcomes for parents, infants and services compared with usual care.

    Authors: Wang, J., Rosan, C., Alyousefi-van Dijk, K., et al.

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  • The Reflective Fostering Programme – Improving the wellbeing of children in care through a group intervention for foster carers

    This study found the Reflective Fostering Programme improved carers’ reflective capacity, reduced stress and strengthened child–carer relationships. It was also cost-effective, though children’s emotional and behavioural outcomes did not differ from usual support.

    Authors: Midgley, N., Irvine, K., Redfern, S. et al.

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  • A mixed methods realist evaluation of adolescent-focused low-intensity life story work

    This study explores how low-intensity life story work can better support adolescents in care. It identifies seven key principles, such as flexibility, early support and focusing on everyday experiences, and offers practical guidance for carers and professionals.

    Authors: Hammond, S. P., Seeley, C., Skevington, P. et al.

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