Stillbirths, Infant Deaths Lead To Anxiety, Guilt And Stress Among Obstetricians
Monday, June 30, 2008 - 10:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Nearly one in 10 obstetricians in a new study has considered giving up obstetric practice because of the emotional toll of stillbirths and infant deaths. Three-quarters of the 804 obstetricians who responded to a survey reported that the experience took a large emotional toll on them personally.
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