Tag: Child Development
Prenatal Exposure to Antiseizure Meds May Not Increase Epilepsy Risk in Children
Risk for epilepsy similar for siblings who were exposed and unexposed to valproate in pregnancy
Tobacco Use in Pregnancy Linked to Neurocognitive Deficits in Offspring
Lower scores seen on oral reading recognition, picture sequence memory, picture vocabulary tests at ages 9 to 12 years
Other Factors Explain Link Between Prenatal Substance Use, Offspring Mental Health
Most associations with caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana exposure diminish when controlling for environmental, genetic factors
In Utero Rx Stimulant Exposure Not Tied to Later Neurodevelopmental Issues
Findings seen for amphetamine/dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate exposure
Prenatal Acetaminophen Exposure Linked to Attention Problems
Exposure during pregnancy, especially during the second trimester, is linked to later problems
COVID-19 Vaccination in Pregnancy Safe for Infant Neurodevelopment
No difference seen for abnormal Ages and Stages Questionnaire screens for offspring at 12 or 18 months of age
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Screening for Speech and Language Delays
Current evidence is inadequate for assessing balance of benefits and harms of screening in asymptomatic children
Poor Diet Quality in Childhood Tied to Arterial Stiffness in Teen Years
Mediterranean-style and anti-inflammatory diets tied to decreased arterial stiffness
Early-Life Screen Time Tied to Atypical Sensory Processing Outcomes in Toddlers
Impact seen in low registration, sensation seeking, sensory sensitivity, and sensation-avoiding domains
Otitis Media Has Impact on Auditory, Language Development
Performance on auditory measure and both sets of language measures poorer for those with history of otitis media
