Development and psychometric evaluation of the High-Risk Pregnancy Well-Being Index in Mashhad: a methodological study

High-risk pregnancy (HRP) is one of the world’s most serious reproductive health issues. Assessing well-being in high-risk pregnancies is the key to achieving positive maternal and fetal outcomes. This study aims to develop, psychometrically test and validate the High-Risk Pregnancy Well-Being Index (HRPWBI). This study demonstrated that the (HRPWBI) is a valid and reliable tool for assessing the well-being of HRP women. It can evaluate the state of well-being in women with high-risk pregnancies, investigate the factors influencing the well-being of mothers with high-risk pregnancies, and examine the effects of interventions on improving well-being in women with HRP. To ensure that Policy maker, researchers and Clinicians in management of women with High-Risk Pregnancy incorporates measures to improve the well-being of this vulnerable group of women with high-risk pregnancies into its planning and policies.