Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship among maternal childhood adversity, psychological, and neuroendocrine-immune processes during pregnancy; and to explore the impact of maternal stress on neonatal outcomes (birthweight and gestational age). In addition, the modifying effect of maternal social support was examined.

Description

Dr. Kotz was the 2013 recipient of the Sigma/Doris Bloch Research Grant.

Author Details

Karen J. Kotz, PhDc, RN, MSN, APN, NNP-BC; Herbert L. Mathews, PhD; Linda Witek Janusek, PhD, RN, FAAN

Sigma Membership

Alpha Beta

Type

Report

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Outcomes Research

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Adversity, Pregnancy, Depression, Anxiety, Social Support, Neonatal Outcomes, Cytokines, Cortisol

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Review Type

None: Sigma Grant Recipient Report

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2015-08-03

Full Text of Presentation

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Grant Report

Additional Files

Abstract.pdf (60 kB)

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