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Physical and mental development in 4-6-year-old triplets

B Alin Akerman1, M Hovmöller, A Rådestad

  • 1Department of Special Education, Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.

Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)
|June 1, 1995
PubMed
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This study assessed triplet development, finding no significant differences in physical or mental development compared to twins and singletons. However, triplets born small for dates showed lower developmental scores.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Triplets represent a unique demographic for studying developmental outcomes.
  • Previous research on multiple births has yielded varied results regarding developmental trajectories.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the physical and mental development of triplets aged 4-6 years.
  • To compare developmental outcomes in triplets with those of singletons and twins.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 17 sets of triplets (born 1986-1989, gestational weeks 33-36) underwent assessment.
  • Neurological examinations and Griffiths Mental Development Scales (GMDS) were administered.
  • Developmental outcomes were compared based on birth weight and sex.

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Main Results:

  • No major physical disabilities were identified in the studied triplets.
  • Triplets born small for dates exhibited significantly lower GMDS scores.
  • No significant sex differences in mental development were observed among triplets.

Conclusions:

  • Overall physical and mental development in triplets is comparable to singletons and twins of similar birth weight.
  • Being born small for dates is a significant factor impacting triplet development.
  • Further research is warranted to understand long-term developmental trajectories in triplet populations.