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Secure Infant Attachment Can Eliminate Negative Effects of Depression & Anxiety During Pregnancy

Submitted by Jack on March 4, 2010 – 3:38 pmNo Comment

As we have discussed previously, a mother’s depression can affect her child .  It can negatively impact bonding and attachment .  It can slow cognitive development.  The longer the depression goes on, the more harmful effects may occur.  R esearch shows that children who are abused or emotionally neglected have actual structural changes to their brain …

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Secure Infant Attachment Can Eliminate Negative Effects of Depression & Anxiety During Pregnancy

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