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Behavioral and socioemotional competence problems of extremely low birth weight children

M Peralta-Carcelen1, K Bailey, R Rector

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL, USA.

Journal of Perinatology : Official Journal of the California Perinatal Association
|July 23, 2013
PubMed

Insights

Behavioral and social-emotional problems are common in extremely low birth weight (ELBW) children, with low socioeconomic status and developmental scores linked to difficulties. Early identification and support are crucial for these vulnerable children.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Research
  • Developmental Pediatrics
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants face increased risks for developmental challenges.
  • Understanding behavioral and social-emotional outcomes in ELBW children is critical for early intervention.
  • Previous research highlights the vulnerability of ELBW survivors to neurodevelopmental issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of behavioral and social-emotional problems in ELBW children.
  • To identify factors associated with behavioral and social competency in ELBW children at 30-36 months corrected age.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 696 ELBW children (401-1000g) was studied.
  • Parental reports using the Brief Infant-Toddler Social and Emotional Assessment were collected.
  • Logistic regression analysis identified factors linked to behavioral outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Behavioral problems were reported in 46.8% of ELBW children.
  • Deficits in social-emotional competence were observed in 20.4% of ELBW children.
  • Factors associated with problems included lower income, female gender, and low Bayley MDI/PDI scores.

Conclusions:

  • Over half (51.9%) of ELBW children exhibited behavioral or social-emotional competence issues by 30 months.
  • Low socioeconomic status and impaired cognitive scores (Bayley MDI/PDI) are significant risk factors.
  • These findings underscore the need for targeted support for ELBW children facing developmental hurdles.
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