The effects of gestational diabetes and maternal depression on child development
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Perinatal Depression, and Offspring Neurodevelopmental Phenotype - Diversity Supplement
This study looks at how having gestational diabetes and feeling depressed during pregnancy might affect how children develop, and it’s for moms-to-be who want to understand how their health can impact their little ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11010561 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and maternal depression during pregnancy affect the neurodevelopment of children. It focuses on understanding the impact of prenatal maternal adversity on these associations by analyzing data from a prospective pregnancy cohort. The research aims to provide insights that could lead to better mental health interventions for mothers and their children. Participants will be involved in a longitudinal study that examines these critical relationships over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women experiencing gestational diabetes and/or depression.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have gestational diabetes or perinatal depression may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health interventions for mothers and better developmental outcomes for their children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the effects of prenatal adversity can lead to significant advancements in maternal and child health interventions.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shuffrey, Lauren Christine — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Shuffrey, Lauren Christine
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.