E-health Intervention for Improving Mental Health During Pregnancy Using Virtual Reality

Pregnancy-related anxiety and depression has received considerable attention worldwide. Mental health problems in pregnant women already since early weeks of gestation may have important consequences for the fetus. Current literature recommends the use of interventions based on new technologies for the treatment of mood disorders, already during the prenatal period. Adult pregnant women (weeks 12-14 of gestation) will be recruited and screened from different primary care centres in Catalonia, Spain. Women who pass the initial mental screening will be randomly allocated to the relaxation virtual reality intervention or control group. The intervention aims to improve mental state of pregnant women during pregnancy, work through breathing, mindfulness and muscle relaxation techniques.