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Pregnancy complications and neuropsychological outcomes: A review

Gwendolyn Gerner1, Ida Sue Baron

  • 1a Department of Neurology and Developmental Medicine , Kennedy Krieger Institute , Baltimore , MD , USA.

Child Neuropsychology : a Journal on Normal and Abnormal Development in Childhood and Adolescence
|May 8, 2014
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Pregnancy complications increase risks for children

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatric Health

Background:

  • Pregnancy complications can lead to adverse medical, socioenvironmental, and behavioral outcomes in children.
  • These outcomes significantly impact long-term neuropsychological functioning and mental health.
  • Understanding these complex relationships is crucial for clinical practice and research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common pregnancy complications.
  • To summarize associated psychological and neuropsychological findings in children.
  • To identify research challenges and future directions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of prevalent pregnancy complications.
  • Synthesis of psychological and neuropsychological study findings.
  • Analysis of methodological limitations in existing research.

Main Results:

  • Pregnancy complications are linked to a range of adverse child outcomes.
  • Neuropsychological impacts and mental health issues are significant concerns.
  • Methodological challenges hinder comprehensive understanding.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to clarify the complex links between pregnancy complications and child neuropsychological development.
  • Addressing research limitations will improve clinical interventions and support for affected children.
  • A deeper understanding is critical for practitioners and researchers alike.

Keywords:
ComplicationsNeuropsychologyOutcomesPregnancyPsychology

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