Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 17, 2025
19:15
Assessment and Evaluation of the High Risk Neonate: The NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale
Published on: August 25, 2014
85.7K
Behaviour Problems in Preschoolers with and without Prematurity. A Multi-Informant Longitudinal Study.
Eva María Padilla-Muñoz1, Alejandra Pereira-Cerro1, María Merced Barbancho-Morant1
1Universidad de Sevilla, Spain.
The Spanish Journal of Psychology
|April 7, 2025
Summary
Preterm infants show varied behavioral development. Moderate prematurity, age 6, and parental reports indicate higher risks for behavioral issues in preschool children.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Pediatrics
- Child Psychiatry
Background:
- Behavioral development in preterm infants lacks conclusive data.
- Understanding factors influencing behavioral outcomes is crucial for early intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate behavioral development in preschool children with and without prematurity history.
- To analyze the influence of prematurity, age, gender, and informant on behavioral outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Prospective longitudinal analytical observational study.
- Sample: 98 parents and 98 teachers of children aged 4-6 years.
- Evaluations: Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) and Teacher's Report Form (TRF).
Main Results:
- Parents and teachers reported average behavioral scores with variations based on prematurity, age, and informant.
- Teachers noted more attention difficulties in very preterm children at age 4.
- Parents and teachers identified increased withdrawal in moderate/late preterm children and escalating difficulties with age.
Conclusions:
- Moderate prematurity, age 6, and parental reports are significant risk factors for behavioral difficulties.
- Follow-up is recommended for moderate preterm infants, particularly at age 6 and using multi-informant assessments.
More Related Videos
11:14A Novel Experimental and Analytical Approach to the Multimodal Neural Decoding of Intent During Social Interaction in Freely-behaving Human Infants
Published on: October 4, 2015
10.8K
09:16Use of a Video Scoring Anchor for Rapid Serial Assessment of Social Communication in Toddlers
Published on: March 14, 2018
10.2K
Related Concept Videos
01:30Socioemotional Development during Infancy
26
Socio-emotional development in infancy is primarily shaped by early emotional responses and social connections, with temperament playing a central role. Temperament refers to the consistent patterns in an individual's emotional and behavioral responses, observable even in infancy. By examining temperament, researchers can better understand an infant's unique ways of interacting with the world, influencing subsequent personality and socio-emotional growth.
Primary Temperament Types
Primary Temperament Types
26
01:30Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
34
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It affects approximately 5-8% of children globally, with around 60-70% of cases persisting into adulthood. ADHD has significant implications for educational attainment, social interactions, and occupational success.
Diagnostic Criteria and Symptoms
To diagnose ADHD, symptoms must manifest before age 12 and be evident across multiple settings....
Diagnostic Criteria and Symptoms
To diagnose ADHD, symptoms must manifest before age 12 and be evident across multiple settings....
34
01:19Autism Spectrum Disorder
50
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction alongside restrictive and repetitive behaviors or interests. ASD is sometimes accompanied by intellectual impairment.
These core symptoms manifest differently among individuals, ranging from mild to severe. The disorder's complexity extends beyond its clinical presentation, encompassing a diverse range of biological, cognitive, and sociocultural influences.
These core symptoms manifest differently among individuals, ranging from mild to severe. The disorder's complexity extends beyond its clinical presentation, encompassing a diverse range of biological, cognitive, and sociocultural influences.
50
02:30Naturalistic Observations
15.3K
If you want to understand how behavior occurs, one of the best ways to gain information is to simply observe the behavior in its natural context. However, people might change their behavior in unexpected ways if they know they are being observed. How do researchers obtain accurate information when people tend to hide their natural behavior? As an example, imagine that your professor asks everyone in your class to raise their hand if they always wash their hands after using the restroom. Chances...
15.3K
01:28Conduct Disorder
23
Conduct disorder is a complex mental health diagnosis characterized by a repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior that violates societal norms, the rights of others, or age-appropriate rules. The diagnostic criteria for conduct disorder require the presence of at least three problematic behaviors within the past 12 months, with at least one occurring in the past six months. These behaviors are grouped into four categories: aggression toward people and animals; destruction of property;...
23
01:30Oppositional Defiant Disorder
21
A persistent pattern of angry or irritable mood, defiant behavior, or vindictiveness characterizes Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Symptoms must occur over at least six months, involve interactions with individuals beyond siblings, and meet specific diagnostic criteria to be clinically significant. The disorder affects emotional regulation, social interactions, and behavior, often manifesting early in life and influencing long-term development and functioning.
Diagnostic Criteria and...
Diagnostic Criteria and...
21