How family dynamics and maternal stress affect pregnancy health
Family dynamics, maternal stress, and the biomarkers of healthy pregnancy
This study looks at how family support and stress in mothers can affect pregnancy health, especially in developing countries, to help improve the well-being of moms and babies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10883598 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of family dynamics and maternal stress on the health of pregnancies, particularly in the context of developing countries. It aims to understand how social support and the status of mothers influence pregnancy outcomes by utilizing population-level biomarkers such as blood pressure and cortisol levels. The project will involve training in the collection and analysis of these biomarkers to better understand the relationship between maternal stress and health disparities at birth. By focusing on these factors, the research seeks to provide insights that could lead to improved maternal and child health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women living in developing countries who may be experiencing stress related to family dynamics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those living in developed countries may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and interventions that promote healthier pregnancies and improve outcomes for mothers and children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the biological markers of stress can lead to significant improvements in maternal and child health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Coffey, Diane — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Coffey, Diane
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.