Psychology of Childbirth

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the 'Psychology of Childbirth' lecture.

Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)

A method used to monitor the fetal heart rate and uterine contractions during labor.

Placenta Previa

A condition during pregnancy where the placenta partially or totally covers the cervix, which can cause complications during delivery.

Cerebral Palsy (CP)

A group of disorders affecting movement and muscle tone or posture, often caused by damage to the developing brain.

Ultrasound (Sonography)

A medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize internal structures of the body.

Counterfactual Reasoning

A cognitive process where individuals consider alternative outcomes to events that have already occurred.

Hindsight Bias

The tendency to see events as having been predictable after they have already happened.

Legal Guardianship

A legal relationship in which a person is designated to make decisions for another person, often related to health and well-being.

Forced Medical Care

Medical intervention that is mandated, often by law, even when the patient does not consent.