scepticism among academics about the model’s validity. For example, studies aiming to validate the existence of subgroups within the dual-continua model can use descriptors, cut offs, and terminology that varies depending on the theoretical background chosen by the authors [16]. Crucially, the ab...
Table 2. Descriptors of depression (EPDS) and anxiety (STAI) symptoms, social support (MOS-SSS), and infant-to-mother bonding (PBQ). Regarding the STAI scale, 238 out of 485 (46.8%, 95% CI, 42.3% to 51.2%) had a score ≥ 40; and 231 out of 485 (47.3%, 95% CI, 43.1% to...
Evidence from around the world consistently indicates young people experience high rates of mental ill-health, but frequently have limited engagement with treatment. One powerful influence on young people’s engagement with mental health care is their re