Objective Observed associations between maternal prenatal stress and children's
socioemotional development have varied widely in the literature. The objective of the current …

There is clear evidence that the mother's stress, anxiety, or depression during pregnancy
can alter the development of her fetus and her child, with an increased risk for later …

Background An emerging body of literature suggests there is a relationship between a
pregnant woman's psychological wellbeing and the development of maternal-fetal …

This paper takes a comprehensive look at the latest evidence regarding the significance of
the first 1000 days, and the biological, global, environmental and social factors that influence …

Background: Many disorders in childhood and adolescence were already present in the
preschool years. However, there is little empirical research on the prevalence of psychiatric …

This paper reviews publications on developmental trajectories of disruptive behaviour (DB)
problems (aggression, opposition‐defiance, rule breaking, and stealing‐vandalism) over the …

Background: Airborne polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are widespread urban air
pollutants from fossil fuel burning and other combustion sources. We previously reported …

The definitive reference in the field--now significantly revised with 75% new material--this
volume examines typical and atypical development from birth to the preschool years and …

One in six children entering school experiences developmental delay. Maternal mental
health represents one of the earliest, modifiable influences in a child's life. The objective of …

Research suggests that offspring of mothers who experience high levels of stress during
pregnancy are more likely to have problems in neurobehavioral development. There is …