Psychosocial Support and Antenatal Care: A Case Study in Palu City, Indonesia
Abstract:
Mental health problems are currently not considered an important thing and not even considered as a disease like other physical diseases, even though if it is underestimated it will be dangerous for human life. This study aims to examine the relationship between psychosocial support and antenatal care (ANC) compliance among pregnant women in Palu City, Indonesia. Specifically, it investigates: the role of family support in influencing ANC attendance; the impact of health worker support on pregnant women’s willingness to undergo ANC; and the association between anxiety levels and ANC participation. By addressing these aspects, the study provides insights into how social and emotional factors contribute to maternal health outcomes, helping inform future healthcare policies. The study de- sign used in the research was analytical observational with crossectional study design with a total sample of 436 respondents living in Palu City, Central Sulawesi. Data were gathered through direct interviews with respondents and secondary data collection on the number of third-trimester pregnant women undergoing examinations at eight public health centers in Palu City. Based on the research findings and statistical tests using Pearson correlation, the results showed that family support (p = 0.002), health worker support (p = 0.000), and anxiety level (p = 0.016) had a statistically significant relationship with pregnant women undergoing antenatal care (ANC) examinations at public health centers in Palu City.
