How prenatal stress affects children's mental health
Timing of prenatal stress and early markers of child psychopathology
This study is looking at how stress during pregnancy might affect a child's behavior and mental health as they grow up, so if you're expecting and want to understand how your feelings could impact your little one, this research could be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10837081 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of prenatal stress on the psychological development of children. By following a group of pregnant women and assessing their stress levels weekly, the study aims to identify critical periods during pregnancy that may influence a child's behavior and mental health as they grow. The research will track the children from infancy into their preschool years, focusing on how different timings of stress exposure relate to behavioral issues and self-regulation. This approach combines maternal reports and child assessments to provide a comprehensive understanding of the effects of prenatal stress.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women experiencing varying levels of stress, particularly those who may be at risk for adverse outcomes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not have a history of stress-related issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for childhood psychopathology by identifying critical periods for intervention.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that prenatal stress can significantly impact child development, suggesting that this study builds on established findings rather than exploring a completely novel area.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Michigan State University — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Levendosky, Alytia a — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Levendosky, Alytia a
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.