Impact of adversity on child development in pregnant women
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This study looks at how tough experiences, like discrimination and money troubles, affect the growth and development of children from before they are born until they turn 10, especially focusing on Black women who have dealt with substance use.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Maryland, College Park NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11090117 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how experiences of adversity, such as discrimination and economic stress, affect the development of children from prenatal stages up to 10 years old. It focuses on understanding the behavioral, cognitive, biological, social, and emotional aspects of child development, particularly among Black women with substance use histories. The study will analyze data from the Healthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) project and the Prevention and Early Adversity Research Lab’s Pregnancy Project to identify disparities in outcomes based on sociodemographic factors and prenatal experiences. By examining these factors, the research aims to provide insights into how adverse experiences impact both maternal health and infant development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women, particularly those from Black and White racial backgrounds, who have experienced substance use and adversity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not have a history of substance use or adversity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions and support for pregnant women facing adversity, ultimately enhancing child development outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in examining the impacts of adversity on maternal and child health, indicating that this approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
College Park, United States
- Univ of Maryland, College Park — College Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fox, Nathan a — Univ of Maryland, College Park
- Study coordinator: Fox, Nathan 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.