Research Methodology – Maternal Mental Health Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Maternal Mental Health Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Maternal Mental Health Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Number of pregnancies each year worldwide and in specific markets
- Affected percentage of pregnant women by mental health issues
- Number of existing maternal mental health services and their market share
- Government healthcare expenditure on maternal mental health
- Total amount spent on maternal mental health care by patients or insurances
- Average cost of maternal mental health therapies or treatments
- Demand and supply gap in the Maternal Mental Health Market
2 Key Market Indicators
- Global prevalence of mental health disorders among pregnant women and new mothers
- Number of hospitals, clinics, and health care providers focusing on maternal mental health
- Adoption rate of maternal mental healthcare services
- Funding and investment in maternal mental health research programmes
- Awareness programs and government initiatives
- Total expenditure on maternal mental health diagnosis and treatment
3 Growth Trends
- Expected increase in the number of cases due to increased awareness and diagnostic rates
- Growth of technology-supported remote pregnancy care and mental health support
- Increased fundings and investments in mental health research
- Increased attention on maternal mental health by government and NGOs
- Growth of pharmaceuticals offering treatments for maternal mental health issues
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Maternal Mental Health Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Maternal Mental Health Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights