Predictors and Correlates of High Levels of Depression and Anxiety Symptoms Among Children at Age 10

Leech, Sharon L.; Larkby, Cynthia; Day, Richard L.; Day, Nancy L.

doi:10.1097/01.chi.0000184930.18552.4d

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“…These findings are consistent with our previous reports of links between early social competence and depressive symptoms and the effects of parenting variables on the behavioral teratogenic effects of alcohol [O'Connor and Paley, 2006]. Similarly, a study on a large prospective sample of children exposed to low to moderate levels of alcohol before birth revealed an association between higher levels of PAE and higher rates of internalizing problems (depression/anxiety) at age 10 [Leech et al, 2006]. However, PAE was no longer predictive when use of other substances during pregnancy, lack of social support, higher rates of maternal depression, and household crowding were included in the prediction model.…”

Section: Middle Childhoodsupporting

confidence: 81%

Psychiatric conditions associated with prenatal alcohol exposure

O’Connor¹,

Paley²

2009

Dev Disabil Res Revs

160

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Since the identification of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) over 35 years ago, mounting evidence about the impact of maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy has prompted increased attention to the link between prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) and a constellation of developmental disabilities that are characterized by physical, cognitive, and behavioral impairments. These disabilities include a continuum of developmental disorders known as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). Longitudinal studies suggest that individuals with FASDs are at a greatly increased risk for adverse long-term outcomes, including mental health problems and poor social adjustment. This review summarizes the existing literature on mental health outcomes for individuals with PAE across the lifespan, including findings in infancy and early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence and early adulthood. Research on the psychiatric disabilities suffered by individuals with FASDs throughout development highlights the need for training of mental health professionals in the identification and the provision of specific treatments to address the unique features of this developmental disability since early identification and treatment have been demonstrated to be protective against more serious secondary disabilities. It is hoped that with greater awareness of the mental health problems experienced by individuals with FASDs, these individuals can receive appropriate and early treatment resulting in more adaptive and rewarding lives.

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Section: Middle Childhoodsupporting

confidence: 81%

Psychiatric conditions associated with prenatal alcohol exposure

O’Connor¹,

Paley²

2009

Dev Disabil Res Revs

160

129

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“…Os aspectos cognitivos, especificamente o desempenho acadêmico e o coeficiente de inteligência, foram abordados em três estudos que avaliaram a mãe desde a gravidez até a fase escolar da criança, detectando o impacto negativo da depressão materna na etapa escolar [30][31][32] . Como medidas de Q.I., utilizaram-se a escala de inteligência de Binet, o WISC-III e escalas de McCarthy para habilidades das crianças.…”

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“…Observaram, assim, em concordância aos estudos de Pilowsky et al 17 e leech et al 30 , que a depressão materna associada a comorbidades configura-se como uma condição de risco aumentada para o desenvolvimento de psicopatologia e problemas comportamentais das crianças, que podem ter seus prejuízos potencializados.…”

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Depressão materna e a saúde mental de escolares

Mendes

Loureiro²,

Crippa³

2008

Rev. psiquiatr. clín.

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ResumoContexto: A depressão materna tem sido apontada como uma condição pouco favorecedora ao desenvolvimento infantil, mostrando-se associada a dificuldades emocionais e comportamentais. Objetivos: Identificar e analisar na literatura indexada artigos que abordem o impacto da depressão materna para as crianças em idade escolar. Métodos: Procedeuse à pesquisa nos indexadores Medline, lilacs, SciElO, Index Psi, Psyc Info, considerando a produção dos últimos cinco anos (2002)(2003)(2004)(2005)(2006)(2007). Foram identificados e analisados 30 artigos empíricos. Resultados: Observou-se distribuição semelhante quanto aos delineamentos longitudinais e transversais, características das amostras e formas de avaliação. As coletas de dados foram realizadas em contextos diversos com uma variedade de recursos e informantes. Depressão materna associou-se a dificuldades apresentadas pelas crianças, tais como problemas comportamentais, sintomas depressivos, prejuízos cognitivos e sociais, independentemente do momento de primeira exposição à depressão materna e dos delineamentos adotados, sendo o prejuízo potencializado na presença de comorbidades psiquiátricas. Conclusões: A depressão materna configurou-se como fator de risco ao desenvolvimento infantil, com impacto negativo para as crianças em idade escolar. Do ponto de vista da saúde mental, considera-se relevante maior atenção às crianças que convivem com tal condição, visando à detecção precoce das eventuais dificuldades como forma de instrumentar práticas preventivas.Mendes AV, et al. / Rev Psiq Clín. 2008;35(5):178-86 Palavras-chave: Depressão materna, crianças, comportamento, saúde mental. AbstractBackground: Maternal depression has been identified as a possibly harmful condition for child development, showing to be associated with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Objectives: To identify and analyze articles in the indexed literature addressing the impact of maternal depression for school-age children. Methods: The procedure was made via the electronic databases Medline, lilacs, SciElO, Index Psi, and Psyc Info, considering the production of the last five years (2002)(2003)(2004)(2005)(2006)(2007). Thirty empirical articles were identified and analyzed. Results: In the overall analysis, there was a similar distribution regarding the studies' design, characteristics of the samples and forms of assessment. Data collections were performed in different contexts with a variety of resources and informants. Maternal depression was linked to difficulties faced by children such as behavioral problems, depressive symptoms, and cognitive and social impairments, regardless of the time of first exposure to maternal depression and designs adopted. Such impairments were intensified by the presence of comorbidities. Discussion: Maternal depression was configured as a risk factor for child development with a negative impact on school-age children. In terms of mental health, greater attention to children living side by side with this condition seems to be relevant, aimed at the ...

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“…A number of studies suggest that family SES is also associated with depression among children and adolescents (Call & Nonnemaker, 1999;Goodman et al, 2003;Goodman, 1999;Kubik et al, 2003;McLeod & Shanahan, 1993;Roberts et al, 1997;Schraedley et al, 1999;Wade, 2001). However, one large metaanalysis found no correlation between SES and scores on the Children's Depression Inventory among 8-16 year olds (Twenge & Nolen-Hoeksema, 2002), and one study found no relation between maternal SES and high levels of depressive symptoms in 10-year-olds when other risk factors for depression were considered (Leech et al, 2006). Additionally, some studies have found the relation between SES and childhood depression to be confined to particular subgroups within the child population, like those with insecure attachment to their parents (Graham & Easterbrooks, 2000).…”

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What explains the relation between family poverty and childhood depressive symptoms?

Tracy

Zimmerman

Galea

et al. 2008

Journal of Psychiatric Research

102

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The relation between low socioeconomic status (SES) and depression has been well-documented in adult populations. A number of studies suggest that family SES may be associated with depression among children and adolescents as well, although the evidence is mixed. We assessed the relation between family income and depressive symptoms among 457 children aged 11-13 years and examined pathways that may explain this relation. In-person interviews of children and their caregivers were conducted, including assessment of family income and administration of the Computer-based Diagnostic Interview Schedule for Children (C-DISC). Family income was significantly associated with depressive symptoms, with children in the lowest income group (< $35,000) reporting a mean of 8.12 symptoms compared to 6.27 symptoms in the middle income group ($35,000-$74,999) and 5.13 symptoms in the highest income group (≥$75,000; p<0.001). Controlling for the number of stressful life events experienced in the past six months attenuated the effect of low family income on depressive symptoms by 28%. Indicators of the family environment explained 45% and neighborhood median household income and aggravated assault rate explained 12% of the relation. The family environment, including parental divorce or separation and perceived parental support, appears to explain most of the relation between low family income and childhood depressive symptoms. Further exploration of the pathways between family SES and depression may suggest potential interventions to reduce the occurrence and persistence of depressive symptoms in children.

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Predictors and Correlates of High Levels of Depression and Anxiety Symptoms Among Children at Age 10

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Psychiatric conditions associated with prenatal alcohol exposure

Psychiatric conditions associated with prenatal alcohol exposure

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What explains the relation between family poverty and childhood depressive symptoms?

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