Impact of Premature Birth on the Development of the Infant in the Family.

Macey, Terri J.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ365778

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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Impact of Premature Birth on the Development of the Infant in the Family.

Macey, Terri J.; And Others

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v55 n6 p846-52 Dec 1987

Examined effects of birth of premature infant on the family system , focusing on how problems associated with premature birth place family at risk. Mothers of preterm infants felt overprotective, were unwilling to leave infants with babysitters, and perceived initial negative effect on the family. Preterm infants showed less exploratory play and stayed closer to their mothers. (Author/KS)

Descriptors: Attachment Behavior, Child Development, Family Problems, Infant Behavior, Infants, Mother Attitudes, Parents, Premature Infants

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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