The sacred strain: Religion as both resource and burden in the psychological well-being of Pakistani women navigating postpartum depression
Journal of Health Psychology: An Interdisciplinary, International Journal
Published online on June 23, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Health Psychology, Ahead of Print.
This mixed-methods study examines religion’s dual role in postpartum depression (PPD) among 350 Pakistani women. Quantitative findings indicate that positive religious coping strategies, such asTawakkulandSabr, were associated with reduced PPD severity,...
This mixed-methods study examines religion’s dual role in postpartum depression (PPD) among 350 Pakistani women. Quantitative findings indicate that positive religious coping strategies, such asTawakkulandSabr, were associated with reduced PPD severity,...