Can social support lower preterm birth risk? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT05229666
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how stress and social support might influence preterm birth in 200 pregnant women, especially among Black and Hispanic women who face higher risks. Researchers will measure stress levels, immune responses, and cellular energy (mitochondria) to understand why stress may lead to earlier delivery. The goal is to find ways to use social support to reduce preterm birth risk.
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 women at higher risk for preterm birth due to stress and point to social support as a way to reduce that risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly prevent preterm birth. Results may not apply to all populations or lead to immediate changes in care.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Columbia University Irving Medical Center
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10032, United States
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