Table 8.
Comparison of PSSS score and scores of its four dimensions at 6 and 12 weeks postpartum (n = 435).
| Variable | Time Point | Mean (SD) | Paired Differences Mean (95%CI) | t Value | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSSS score | 2.72 (2.11, 3.33) |
8.774 | <0.001 | ||
| 6 weeks | 35.95 (10.36) | ||||
| 12 weeks | 38.68 (10.46) | ||||
| Emotional Support | 0.61 (0.39, 0.83) |
5.426 | <0.001 | ||
| 6 weeks | 10.34 (2.74) | ||||
| 12 weeks | 10.95 (2.61) | ||||
| Material support | 0.29 (0.06, 0.51) |
2.501 | 0.013 | ||
| 6 weeks | 10.12 (3.28) | ||||
| 12 weeks | 10.41 (3.02) | ||||
| Informational support | 0.85 (0.59, 1.10) |
6.565 | <0.001 | ||
| 6 weeks | 6.94 (3.21) | ||||
| 12 weeks | 7.79 (3.33) | ||||
| Evaluation of support | 0.98 (0.77, 1.20) |
8.980 | <0.001 | ||
| 6 weeks | 8.55 (2.99) | ||||
| 12 weeks | 9.53 (3.09) |