Table 3 Results of regressions and sobel test for antenatal depression as a mediator for postnatal depression
From: Risk factors for antenatal depression, postnatal depression and parenting stress
Predictor Variables | β without Antenatal Depression | β with Antenatal Depression | Sobel Test z-score |
|---|---|---|---|
Income | -.20** | -.02 | -4.13*** |
History of Abuse | .22** | .11 | 5.23*** |
Major Life Events | .24** | .06 | 5.66*** |
Antenatal Anxiety | .62*** | .08 | 8.47*** |
Negative Cognitive Style | .41*** | .01 | 10.35*** |
Self-Esteem | .49*** | .03 | -10.28*** |
Social Support | -.42*** | -.01 | -10.42*** |