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Experiences of foundation year students integrating into first year (2024)
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Law, A., & Sheen, K. (in press). Experiences of foundation year students integrating into first year. Widening Participation and Lifelong Learning,

Foundation year courses tend to attract an elevated proportion of students from widening participation backgrounds. Previously, O’Sullivan et al. (2019) showed that sense of belonging and academic confidence increase during the foundation year. The r... Read More about Experiences of foundation year students integrating into first year.

A consensus statement on perinatal mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and recommendations for post-pandemic recovery and re-build (2024)
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Jackson, L., Greenfield, M., Payne, E., Burgess, K., Oza, M., Storey, C., …Silverio, S. A. (2024). A consensus statement on perinatal mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and recommendations for post-pandemic recovery and re-build. Frontiers in Global Women's Health, 5, Article 1347388. https://doi.org/10.3389/fgwh.2024.1347388

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic posed a significant lifecourse rupture, not least to those who had specific physical vulnerabilities to the virus, but also to those who were suffering with mental ill health. Women and birthing people who were pre... Read More about A consensus statement on perinatal mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and recommendations for post-pandemic recovery and re-build.

Which events are experienced as traumatic by obstetricians and gynaecologists, and why? A qualitative analysis from a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews (2022)
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Sheen, K., Goodfellow, L., Balling, K., Rymer, J., Weeks, A., Spiby, H., & Slade, P. (2022). Which events are experienced as traumatic by obstetricians and gynaecologists, and why? A qualitative analysis from a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews. BMJ Open, 12, Article e061505

Objectives To explore the events perceived as traumatic by obstetricians and gynaecologists (O&G), and to examine factors contributing to the perception of trauma. Design Mixed methods: cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews. Sample and... Read More about Which events are experienced as traumatic by obstetricians and gynaecologists, and why? A qualitative analysis from a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews.

Sensitive, challenging, and difficult topics: Experiences and practical considerations for qualitative researchers (2022)
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Silverio, S. A., Sheen, K. S., Bramante, A., Knighting, K., Koops, T. U., Montgomery, E., …Sandall, J. (2022). Sensitive, challenging, and difficult topics: Experiences and practical considerations for qualitative researchers. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 21, 160940692211247. https://doi.org/10.1177/16094069221124739

Qualitative researchers often engage in work addressing challenging, difficult, or sensitive topics and are consequently exposed to the participants’ narratives which may be emotionally charged, distressing, or compromising. These narratives occasion... Read More about Sensitive, challenging, and difficult topics: Experiences and practical considerations for qualitative researchers.

Perceptions of antenatal exercise in pregnant females and the impact of COVID-19 (2022)
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France-Ratcliffe, M., Hopkins, N. D., Low, D. A., Cocks, M. S., Jones, H., Sheen, K. S., & Sprung, V. S. (2022). Perceptions of antenatal exercise in pregnant females and the impact of COVID-19. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(17), 10635. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191710635

Exercise during pregnancy presents many benefits for the mother and baby. Yet, pregnancy is characterised by a decrease in exercise. Studies have reported barriers to antenatal exercise. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may have further exacerbate... Read More about Perceptions of antenatal exercise in pregnant females and the impact of COVID-19.

A new scale for fear of childbirth: The Fear of Childbirth Questionnaire (FCQ) (2021)
Journal Article
Slade, P., Balling, K., Houghton, G., & Sheen, K. (2022). A new scale for fear of childbirth: The Fear of Childbirth Questionnaire (FCQ). Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 40(6), https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2021.1928615

Objective: To create a clear and acceptable measure of fear of childbirth with satisfactory content validity for use with English-speaking women in the UK. Background: Fear of childbirth (FOC) can have a significant impact on a woman’s view of her pr... Read More about A new scale for fear of childbirth: The Fear of Childbirth Questionnaire (FCQ).

Do stress and anxiety in early pregnancy affect the progress of labor: Evidence from the Wirral Child Health and Development Study (2021)
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Slade, P., Sheen, K., Weeks, A., Wray, S., De Pascalis, L., Lunt, K., …Sharp, H. (2021). Do stress and anxiety in early pregnancy affect the progress of labor: Evidence from the Wirral Child Health and Development Study. Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, 100(7), 1288-1296. https://doi.org/10.1111/aogs.14063

Introduction: Despite widespread belief that anxiety causes longer labor, evidence of association is inconsistent. Data gathered as part of a prospective epidemiological longitudinal study were used to investigate associations between antenatal anxie... Read More about Do stress and anxiety in early pregnancy affect the progress of labor: Evidence from the Wirral Child Health and Development Study.

Tokophobia and fear of birth: A workshop consensus statement on current issues and recommendations for future research (2020)
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Jomeen, J., Martin, C. R., Jones, C., Marshall, C., Ayers, S., Burt, K., …Thomson, G. (2021). Tokophobia and fear of birth: A workshop consensus statement on current issues and recommendations for future research. Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 39(1), 2-15. https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2020.1843908

Objective: To discuss and develop a statement on the current state of the evidence and opinion in Fear of Childbirth (FoC) and Tokophobia (Tocophobia), and to provide recommendations. Background: A group met in 2019 to discuss the state of clinical a... Read More about Tokophobia and fear of birth: A workshop consensus statement on current issues and recommendations for future research.

Identifying fear of childbirth in a UK population: Qualitative examination of the clarity and acceptability of existing measurement tools in a small UK sample (2020)
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Slade, P., Balling, K., Sheen, K., & Houghton, G. (2020). Identifying fear of childbirth in a UK population: Qualitative examination of the clarity and acceptability of existing measurement tools in a small UK sample. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 20(1), Article 553. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-020-03249-4

Background: Fear of childbirth is related to but not synonymous with general anxiety, and represents a superior predictor for maternal and infant outcomes. There is a need to improve the identification and provision of support for women experiencing... Read More about Identifying fear of childbirth in a UK population: Qualitative examination of the clarity and acceptability of existing measurement tools in a small UK sample.

Work-related post-traumatic stress symptoms in obstetricians and gynaecologists: findings from INDIGO, a mixed-methods study with a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews (2020)
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Slade, P., Balling, K., Sheen, K., Goodfellow, L., Rymer, J., Spiby, H., & Weeks, A. (2020). Work-related post-traumatic stress symptoms in obstetricians and gynaecologists: findings from INDIGO, a mixed-methods study with a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 127(5), 600-608. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-0528.16076

Objectives: To explore obstetricians’ and gynaecologists’ experiences of work-related traumatic events, to measure the prevalence and predictors of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), any impacts on personal and professional lives, and any support... Read More about Work-related post-traumatic stress symptoms in obstetricians and gynaecologists: findings from INDIGO, a mixed-methods study with a cross-sectional survey and in-depth interviews.

Establishing a valid construct of fear of childbirth: Findings from in-depth interviews with women and midwives (2019)
Journal Article
Slade, P., Balling, K., Sheen, K., & Houghton, G. (2019). Establishing a valid construct of fear of childbirth: Findings from in-depth interviews with women and midwives. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 19(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-019-2241-7

Background: Fear of childbirth (FOC) can have a negative impact on a woman's psychological wellbeing during pregnancy and her experience of birth. It has also been associated with adverse obstetric outcomes and postpartum mental health difficulties.... Read More about Establishing a valid construct of fear of childbirth: Findings from in-depth interviews with women and midwives.

Preparing midwifery students for traumatic workplace events: Findings from the POPPY (programme for the prevention of posttraumatic stress disorder in midwifery) feasibility study (2018)
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Spiby, H., Sheen, K., Collinge, S., Maxwell, C., Pollard, K., & Slade, P. (2018). Preparing midwifery students for traumatic workplace events: Findings from the POPPY (programme for the prevention of posttraumatic stress disorder in midwifery) feasibility study. Nurse Education Today, 71, 226-232. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2018.09.024

Background: Midwifery students can experience events on clinical placements that they perceive to be traumatic. There is currently no requirement to provide training about the nature of trauma, normal responses, or the most helpful ways of self-manag... Read More about Preparing midwifery students for traumatic workplace events: Findings from the POPPY (programme for the prevention of posttraumatic stress disorder in midwifery) feasibility study.

Posttraumatic stress symptomatology following exposure to perceived traumatic perinatal events within the midwifery profession: The impact of trait emotional intelligence (2018)
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Nightingale, S., Spiby, H., Sheen, K., & Slade, P. (2018). Posttraumatic stress symptomatology following exposure to perceived traumatic perinatal events within the midwifery profession: The impact of trait emotional intelligence. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 74(9), 2115-2125

Aims: To explore factors associated with, and predictors of, posttraumatic stress symptoms in midwives. To explore factors associated with, and potential moderating effects of, trait emotional intelligence. Secondary analysis explored predictors of... Read More about Posttraumatic stress symptomatology following exposure to perceived traumatic perinatal events within the midwifery profession: The impact of trait emotional intelligence.

A programme for the prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder in midwifery (POPPY): indications of effectiveness from a feasibility study (2018)
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Slade, P., Sheen, K., Collinge, S., Butters, J., & Spiby, H. (2018). A programme for the prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder in midwifery (POPPY): indications of effectiveness from a feasibility study. European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 9(1), Article 1518069. https://doi.org/10.1080/20008198.2018.1518069

Background: Midwives can experience events they perceive as traumatic when providingcare. As a result, some will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with adverse implications for their mental health, the quality of care provided for women... Read More about A programme for the prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder in midwifery (POPPY): indications of effectiveness from a feasibility study.

The development of the Slade-Pais Expectations of Childbirth Scale (SPECS) (2016)
Journal Article
Slade, P., Pais, T., Fairlie, F., Simpson, A., & Sheen, K. (2016). The development of the Slade-Pais Expectations of Childbirth Scale (SPECS). Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 34(5), 495-510. https://doi.org/10.1080/02646838.2016.1209300

Objective: To develop a valid and reliable English language-based scale to measure pregnant women’s expectations of childbirth. Background: During pregnancy, most women think about their forthcoming childbirth, and develop expectations of how they th... Read More about The development of the Slade-Pais Expectations of Childbirth Scale (SPECS).

What are the characteristics of perinatal events perceived to be traumatic by midwives? (2016)
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Sheen, K., Spiby, H., & Slade, P. (2016). What are the characteristics of perinatal events perceived to be traumatic by midwives?. Midwifery, 40, 55-61. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2016.06.007

Objective: there is potential for midwives to indirectly experience events whilst providing clinical care that fulfil criteria for trauma. This research aimed to investigate the characteristics of events perceived as traumatic by UK midwives. Methods... Read More about What are the characteristics of perinatal events perceived to be traumatic by midwives?.

The experience and impact of traumatic perinatal event experiences in midwives: A qualitative investigation (2015)
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Sheen, K., Spiby, H., & Slade, P. (2016). The experience and impact of traumatic perinatal event experiences in midwives: A qualitative investigation. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 53, 61-72. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2015.10.003

Background: Through their work midwives may experience distressing events that fulfil criteria for trauma. However, there is a paucity of research examining the impact of these events, or what is perceived to be helpful/unhelpful by midwives afterwar... Read More about The experience and impact of traumatic perinatal event experiences in midwives: A qualitative investigation.

The efficacy of ‘debriefing’ after childbirth: Is there a case for targeted intervention? (2015)
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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)
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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)
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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.