Abstract
This study investigated longitudinal relations between measures of neonatal state behavior and developmental outcome in a sample of preterm infants (N = 16). Results indicate that irritability/reactivity in the neonatal period is positively associated with Bayley scores and exploratory play at 8 months. Conversely, neonatal alertness was not associated with these developmental measures. These preliminary findings, based on a small sample, are discussed in the context of preterm function.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 441-450 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Infant Behavior and Development |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1991 |
Keywords
- developmental outcome
- irritability
- neonatal behavior
- preterms
- state
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Developmental and Educational Psychology