0564 Trait Mindfulness Protects Against the Harmful Effects of Nocturnal Cognitive Arousal on Insomnia and Depression Symptoms in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Sleep May 1, 2025 M. Hirata, H. Afaneh, Ishana Kapoor et al.
Perinatal women are highly vulnerable to insomnia and depression. High cognitive arousal (e.g., worry, rumination) at night is a key risk factor for developing insomnia and depression during this period. However, mindfulness skills have been proposed to reduce risk for negative health outcomes by protecting individuals against the harmful effects of cognitive arousal. This prospective study...