Impact of cannabis and tobacco use during pregnancy in teen mothers
Teen Mothers’ Prenatal Cannabis Use and Co-Use with Tobacco
This study is looking at how using cannabis and tobacco while pregnant affects young moms and their babies, helping us understand the special challenges teen mothers face and how it impacts their health and their baby's development.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10576916 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how cannabis and tobacco use during pregnancy affects teen mothers and their infants. It aims to understand the unique challenges faced by pregnant adolescents compared to adult mothers, particularly focusing on the difficulties in quitting these substances. The study will track maternal and family characteristics from the first trimester through six and twelve months postpartum, and assess the effects of prenatal exposure on infant development and maternal mental health. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to provide insights into the implications of substance use during pregnancy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant adolescents who are using cannabis and/or tobacco.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or who do not use cannabis or tobacco may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support and interventions for pregnant teens who use cannabis and tobacco, ultimately benefiting their health and that of their infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown significant effects of prenatal substance exposure on child development, indicating that this research builds on established findings but focuses on a novel population of pregnant teens.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: De Genna, Natacha — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: De Genna, Natacha
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.