The impact of maternal experience of violence and common mental disorders on neonatal outcomes: a survey of adolescent mothers in Sao Paulo, Brazil

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Both violence and depression during pregnancy have been linked to adverse neonatal outcomes, particularly low birth weight. The aim of this study was to investigate the independent and interactive effects of these maternal exposures...

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Main Authors: Patel Vikram, Guinsburg Ruth, Chalem Elisa, Barros Marina CM, Mitsuhiro Sandro S, Ferri Cleusa P, Prince Martin, Laranjeira Ronaldo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/7/209