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The efficacy of ‘debriefing’ after childbirth: Is there a case for targeted intervention? (2015)
Journal Article
Sheen, K., & Slade, P. (2015). The efficacy of ‘debriefing’ after childbirth: Is there a case for targeted intervention?. Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 33(3), 308-320. https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2015.1009881

Objective: To review the efficacy of debriefing interventions for reducing posttraumatic stress (PTS) and/ or depressive symptoms in postnatal women. Background: Techniques referred to as debriefing have been adapted for use within maternity care set... Read More about The efficacy of ‘debriefing’ after childbirth: Is there a case for targeted intervention?.

Exposure to traumatic perinatal experiences and posttraumatic stress symptoms in midwives: Prevalence and association with burnout (2014)
Journal Article
Sheen, K., Spiby, H., & Slade, P. (2015). Exposure to traumatic perinatal experiences and posttraumatic stress symptoms in midwives: Prevalence and association with burnout. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 52(2), 578-587. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2014.11.006

Background: Midwives provide care in a context where life threatening or stressful events can occur. Little is known about their experiences of traumatic events or the implications for psychological health of this workforce. Objectives: To investigat... Read More about Exposure to traumatic perinatal experiences and posttraumatic stress symptoms in midwives: Prevalence and association with burnout.

An integrative review of the impact of indirect trauma exposure in health professionals and potential issues of salience for midwives (2013)
Journal Article
Sheen, K., Slade, P., & Spiby, H. (2014). An integrative review of the impact of indirect trauma exposure in health professionals and potential issues of salience for midwives. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 70(4), 729-743. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.12274

Aims: To explore responses to indirect trauma reported by health professionals and to identify issues of potential salience for midwives. Background: Indirect exposure to a traumatic event can lead to the development of distressing and potentially en... Read More about An integrative review of the impact of indirect trauma exposure in health professionals and potential issues of salience for midwives.