Prevalence and Predictors of Depression Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic (ANC) in a Tertiary Health Facility in a District of West Gujarat: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Depression among pregnant women attending ANC is a prevalent and concerning issue with potential implications for maternal fetal health outcomes. This study aims to contribute the existing body of knowledge by examining prevalence predictors depression in district West Gujarat. Methodology: The was an Observational cross-sectional conducted clinic Tertiary Care Hospital, Western Gujarat during period Jan 2023 May 2023. So, Total sample Pregnant Women 266. Results: In present study, found be 37%. Lack partner or social support, history abuse domestic violence, previous psychiatric illness, poor marital relationship, stressful life events, negative attitude towards pregnancy, lack support are some factors associated antenatal depression. depression, Counterpart tobacco consumption status, those who have experienced intimate violence at higher risk developing (P<0.05). Conclusion: Antenatal common mental that can affect pregnancy. Early identification suffering from important, relevant should provided. Efforts needed strengthen develop protocols early provide