Postpartum depression and early mother-child bonding have a strong impact on children’s psychosocial development (IMAGE)

Shinshu University

Postpartum depression and early mother-child bonding have a strong impact on children’s psychosocial development

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A new study now shows how strongly postpartum depression and mother-to-infant bonding affect child difficulties in sixth grade. Also, emphasizes the importance of secure early bonding experiences in mediating the long-term effects of postpartum depression on child difficulties.

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Ian BC North from Openverse (https://openverse.org/image/77fac030-808a-4813-94b8-cbfc41cc40ce?q=mother+and+child&p=4)

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