Stress Processes in Pregnancy and Preterm Birth  

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Schetter, Christine Dunkel

Jenis: Article from Journal - e-Journal
Dalam koleksi: Current Directions in Psychological Science vol. 18 no. 04 (Aug. 2009), page 205-209.
Topik: Stress; Pregnancy; Birth; Preterm; Women’s Health
Fulltext: 04. Stress Processes in Pregnancy and Preterm Birth.pdf (107.36KB)

Isi artikel

Preterm birth (PTB) is of epidemic proportions in the United States, particularly among African Americans. Its consequences range from risk of infant mortality to lifelong disease and disability. Stress is a contributor to preterm labor and delivery. This article summarizes research on stress as a risk factor for PTB. As is evident in considering the complex mechanisms, psychological science has much to contribute to addressing this important health issue.

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