n (Huizink et al, 2002)--Increased maternal
prenatal stress associated with
temperamental changes in infants at 8
months (new situations, unfamiliar
persons, more behavioral problems);
may be mediated by altered HPA axis
reactivity found in prenatally stressed
offspring
n Pregnancy anxiety associated with
decreased attention at 3 mos; PA and
perceived stress—dec. attention at 8
mos.
n May increase risk of future anxiety, mood
and behavioral disorders
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