Maternal and family factors differentiate profiles of psychiatric impairments in very preterm children at age 5-years.

Rachel E LeanChristina N Lessov-ShlaggarEmily D GersteinTara A SmyserRachel A PaulChristopher D SmyserCynthia E Rogers

Published in: Journal of child psychology and psychiatry, and allied disciplines (2019)

Lower levels of maternal distress, family dysfunction, and maternal ADHD symptoms were associated with resilience among VPT children. Maternal distress and family dysfunction are modifiable factors to be targeted as part of psychiatric interventions embedded in the long-term care of VPT children.

Keyphrases

birth weight
young adults
pregnancy outcomes
long term care
mental health
oxidative stress
gestational age
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism spectrum disorder
pregnant women
climate change
preterm infants
cancer therapy
low birth weight
working memory
drug delivery
social support