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The aim of this study is to analyze the negative birth experience, through indicators of obstetric violence (OV), as a risk factor for the development of Perinatal Posttraumatic Stress (P-PTS) in early postpartum. Additionally, we seek to explore the buffering impact of other variables on the development of P-PTS symptomatology.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec019\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 236 postpartum women were surveyed online, between the fourth and sixth week postpartum, assessing thirteen indicators of OV using the Questionnaire on Birth Conditions. We also utilized the Post-traumatic Stress Symptom Checklist and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, alongside collecting sociodemographic, pregnancy and delivery conditions. Mean differences, correlations, and regression analyses were performed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec020\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Women exposed to OV have a higher risk of developing P-PTS symptoms. Increased risk was noted in those exposed to staff\u2019s ironic comments, undergoing medical procedures without prior information, or those who were made to feel guilty for childbirth outcomes. 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