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Neutralizing Threats to Brain Chemistry Caused by Maternal Infections
Publication Date: January 2008
Publisher(s): National Scientific Council on the Developing Child
Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Special Collection: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Topic: Population and demographics (Children and youth)
Keywords: Maternal health; Developmental neurobiology; Child development
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
This study's findings have significant implications for developing more aggressive prevention and treatment strategies for women who contract influenza and other infections when pregnant, in order to avoid long-lasting disruptions in the brain chemistry of their babies.