May 2014 PMID 24621564

The persisting effect of maternal mood in pregnancy on childhood psychopathology.

Kieran J O'Donnell, Vivette Glover, Edward D Barker, Thomas G O'Connor

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24
Peak: 5 in Sep 2020
across 3 sources since Sep 2020

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Sep 2020 – Jul 2023

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects skepticism or apathy, exemplified by phrases like 'has been known for decades' rather than emphasizing new insights. Words like 'new study' are used, but the recognition that this link is longstanding diminishes perceived novelty and impact, contributing to the neutral agreement and low engagement scores.

AgreementModerate agreement

The posts acknowledge the study's findings but suggest the link between maternal mood and child development is already well-established, indicating moderate agreement.

InterestNeutral interest

The discussions show a neutral level of interest, with little enthusiasm or curiosity expressed.

EngagementLow engagement

The tweets are brief and mostly dismissive, indicating low levels of in-depth engagement with the new research.

ImpactLow impact

Since the posts imply the findings are not groundbreaking and have been known for years, they suggest a limited impact on the field or policy changes.

Abstract in brief

  • The study, based on a 14-year longitudinal cohort from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children, found that maternal anxiety and depression during pregnancy are linked to higher behavioral and emotional problems in children from ages 4 to 13, with effects lasting into adolescence.
  • Elevated prenatal anxiety (top 15%) was associated with a twofold increased risk of probable child mental disorders, even after accounting for confounding factors like postnatal maternal mood, paternal mood, and parenting styles.
  • These findings support the idea that maternal mental health during pregnancy has a direct, long-lasting impact on a child's psychiatric development, aligning with the in utero programming hypothesis.]

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Sebastian Kraemer
@sebkraemer · X

new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t.co/MYkt6THHhK @AIMH_UK @ParentInfantFdn @Perinatal_SIG @first1001days @rcpsychPeri @iHealthVisiting @WATCthechildren @MidwivesRCM https://t.co/GAb1vntA0k

Sep 19, 2020 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 2,783 followers View post →
iHV
@iHealthVisiting · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 17,163 followers View post →
Sebastian Kraemer
@sebkraemer · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 2,783 followers View post →
Her ladyship,GFMorton
@Bombweed_Novel · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 19, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,304 followers View post →

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Angela Lewis
@anglew67 · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 211 followers View post →
iHV
@iHealthVisiting · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 17,163 followers View post →
Sebastian Kraemer
@sebkraemer · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 2,783 followers View post →
Her ladyship,GFMorton
@Bombweed_Novel · X

RT @sebkraemer: new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t…

Sep 19, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,304 followers View post →
Sebastian Kraemer
@sebkraemer · X

new study, but the significant link between antenatal mood and later child development has been known for decades https://t.co/MYkt6THHhK @AIMH_UK @ParentInfantFdn @Perinatal_SIG @first1001days @rcpsychPeri @iHealthVisiting @WATCthechildren @MidwivesRCM https://t.co/GAb1vntA0k

Sep 19, 2020 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 2,783 followers View post →