Date of Award
Spring 4-21-2023
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
D.S.W. Social work
Department
Social Work
First Advisor
Dr. Sharon Lyter
Second Advisor
Dr. Yasoda Sharma
Third Advisor
Dr. Yoon Mi Kim
Abstract
This dissertation sought to explore social workers’ perceived levels of knowledge, self-efficacy, and awareness of perinatal mental health. This study looked at how identifying as a parent, different social work licensures, and having additional training on perinatal mental health affect social workers' knowledge, self-efficacy, and awareness responses. Utilizing a quantitative survey, this dissertation found having additional training on perinatal mental health to have a significant impact on social workers’ knowledge, self-efficacy, and awareness.
Exploring social workers’ knowledge, self-efficacy, and awareness of perinatal mental health allows for self-reflection of one's own ability to assist this vulnerable population. Continued research in this specialty area is needed to explore social work and the impact social work can have on perinatal mental health.
Recommended Citation
Sullivan, Ashley, "Assessing Clinical Social Workers’ Self-Efficacy Regarding Perinatal Mental Health Disorders" (2023). Social Work Doctoral Dissertations. 33.
https://research.library.kutztown.edu/socialworkdissertations/33
