Pregnancy stress linked to Baby's brain? new study digs deeper
NCT ID NCT07432243
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how a mother's stress, anxiety, and mood during pregnancy might influence her child's brain development and behavior. Researchers are following 587 families in Singapore, including mothers, fathers, and children. They use brain scans and developmental tests to understand these connections, also considering the father's genetics and parenting style.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify which aspects of maternal stress most influence child development, leading to better support for pregnant women.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all populations.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Institute for Human Development and Potential
Singapore, 117609, Singapore
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