FACTORS CONTROLLING ANXIETY IN PRIMIGRAVIDA MOTHERS WORKING IN PERAK TIMUR SURABAYA

Abstract

Background: The first pregnancy (primigravida) is a phase full of psychological challenges, especially for working mothers. Anxiety that is not managed correctly can have an impact on the condition of the mother and fetus. An appropriate anxiety control strategy is needed, both pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. Object: This study aims to find out the factors that affect anxiety control in primigravida mothers who work in the East Perak Health Center area of Surabaya. Method: This study uses a quantitative descriptive design with a cross-sectional approach. The population of this study consisted of all working primigravida mothers, with a total sample size of 28 individuals. Using the variables of anxiety control factors of primigravida mothers. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires distributed to primigravida mothers working in the East Perak Health Center area in Surabaya. Results: The results showed that the anxiety control factor with pharmacological methods was 1 (3.57%). Anxiety control used nonpharmacological methods as many as 27 (96.43%), with reasonable control as many as 15 (50.00%), and poor control as many as 13 (46.43%). Anxiety management strategies are more focused on nonpharmacological approaches. Social support from family and work environments has been shown to make a significant contribution to lowering anxiety levels. Conclusion: Continuous education and health promotion are needed regarding anxiety control techniques that are easy to apply in the work and home environment, so that pregnant women can be more aware of the importance of mental health during pregnancy.