Journal article
Experiential and hormonal correlates of maternal behavior in teen and adult mothers
Abstract
This study explores the role of cortisol and early life experiences in the regulation of maternal behavior and mood in teen and adult mothers. Primiparous mothers (n=119) (teen mothers < 19 years, n=42), young mothers (19-25 years, n= 4), and mature mothers, (>25 years, n=43) were assessed for their maternal behavior, mood, and hormonal profile at approximately 6 weeks postpartum. Outcome measures were analyzed as a function of age and early life experience. Results showed an interaction between age and type of …
Authors
Krpan KM; Coombs R; Zinga D; Steiner M; Fleming AS
Journal
Hormones and Behavior, Vol. 47, No. 1, pp. 112–122
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
January 2005
DOI
10.1016/j.yhbeh.2004.08.006
ISSN
0018-506X