Grief, Partner Support, Posttraumatic Growth among Women with Pregnancy Loss in Korea

Abstract

We examine how grief among women with a history of pregnancy loss is associated with posttraumatic growth and influenced by perceptions of their partners’ level of support. 161 Korean women who experienced pregnancy loss participated in this study. Data were analyzed by moderated multiple regression and simple slope analyses. We found significant positive associations between grief and posttraumatic growth and partner support and posttraumatic growth. Furthermore, partner support had a moderating effect on grief and posttraumatic growth. This study revealed the importance of supportive interpersonal processes during the grieving process and relevant intervention programs during post-pregnancy loss.