Prenatal psychology and Prenatal Sciences in general focus on understanding the physical, cognitive, and emotional development of embryos, fetuses and infants, and the impact that prenatal experiences can have on their later development and well-being. This field of study has made significant advancements in recent years, shedding light on the critical role that prenatal experiences play in shaping a human being’s long-term outcomes, including their mental health, behavior, cognitive abilities and beyond that human relationships on a personal/ social level but also on the global level, affecting peace and the sustainability of our planet.
Thus, integrating knowledge from prenatal psychology and prenatal sciences into different professions can have far-reaching benefits. For example, healthcare professionals can use this knowledge to provide better prenatal care, reducing the risk of complications during pregnancy and childbirth. Educators can use this knowledge to support early childhood development, ensuring that children receive the best possible start in life. Mental health professionals can use this knowledge to develop more effective processes and treatments for individuals struggling with psychological and emotional issues.
Furthermore, integrating prenatal knowledge into various professions can help to break down traditional silos and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration. By bringing together professionals from different fields to share knowledge and expertise, we can develop more holistic approaches to supporting child development and well-being.
This course has been designed to facilitate this: Allow professionals to realize that there are substantial benefits in integrating this knowledge into their practice. Organized in lessons dedicated to a specific profession, we have prepared material that allows you get to the basics fast -brevity is a characteristic of each lesson- hoping that the intelligence in each one of us will grasp the meaning and orient towards taking action in this direction. Find the field of practice you work in at the moment, listen to the short video-presentations, watch the evidence given by colleagues who have already done that, have a look at our posters, mindmaps, links and the other tools we have created for you and take the next step: Connect the Dots, Network, Collaborate, Integrate and See the people in your practice benefit. Spread the good news with those you care because Integrating Prenatal Sciences in Your Profession Matters: it leads to improved outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.
It is an ongoing project. So come back for more professions as we will keep adding new ones…
A common project offered by the Prenatal Sciences Partnership, implemented by the Prenatal Sciences Research Institute, SOPHIA.
Project Team: Olga Gouni (EL), Nese Karabekir (TR), Antonella Sansone (AU), Simina Angelescu (RO), Kate White (US)
Course Features
- Lectures 12
- Quiz 0
- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 31
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes
5 Comments
Such a wonderful way to bridge the long-awaited collaboration between all medical disciplines in hopes to bring resolution and understanding on a global level. It would be even more effective if there were a like program to bring parents into the mix; to teach them the tools to reinforce the science backed curriculum you speak of.
Hi Darlene,
Thank you for your feedback understanding so well our motivation to bridge different disciplines and collaborate. We do welcome parents as well. Please check your email for more info. Best wishes
Hi Olga and others
I would like to be part of this training. How can I apply?
With love
Rita Rikhof
Hi Rita, It is very easy. You just register (simple few steps) and voila! Enjoy
Just found you and passing you on to my couple friends who are expecting, thanks.