EXAMINATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERCEPTION OF RISK AND WELLNESS IN PREGNANCY

Abstract

Aim: In this study, it is aimed to examine the relationship between risk perception and well-being in pregnancy. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 253 pregnant women who agreed to participate in the study between November 15 and December 15, 2021 in Turkey. The data were collected using a web-based online questionnaire (Google Form) on social media (such as Facebook, Instagram) involving pregnant groups. While collecting data, Personal Information Form, Risk Perception Scale in Pregnancy and Well-Being in Pregnancy Scale (WIP) were used.Results: The mean age of the pregnant women included in the study was 28.14±4.46, and the mean week of gestation was 35.83±20.47. It was determined that the total mean score of the perception of risk in pregnancy of the pregnant women was 20.45±17.13, and the mean total score of WIP was 33.18±7.342. A strong positive correlation was found between the perception of risk in pregnancy and the anxiety sub-dimension of the wellbeing in pregnancy scale (r=.138 p<0.05). Conclusion: Research findings revealed that risk perception in pregnancy may cause anxiety by negatively affecting well-being.