The physical and developmental outcomes of children whose mothers are substance abusers: Analysis of associated factors and the impact of early intervention

Background/objectivesMaternal illicit drug use is associated with negative physical and developmental outcomes for their born children. We aim to find out the incidence of different developmental problems in a cohort of Chinese children born to drug-abusing mothers, compare the physical health and d...

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Main Authors: Anna Wai Fun Cheng, Hin Biu Chan, Lai Sheung Ip, Katy Kit Ying Wan, Ellen Lok Man Yu, Wa Keung Chiu, Pui Hong Chung, Eng Kiong Yeoh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Pediatrics
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2022.1004890/full