Nonstandard maternal work schedules and infant mental health in impoverished families: A brief report
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Esther M. Leerkes, Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Guided by a bioecological model, this study examines variability in infant mental health by maternal work schedule in the context of poverty. More time in irregular work schedules, but not fixed night/evening schedules, predicts maternal depression and subsequent behavior problems in infants.
Nonstandard maternal work schedules and infant mental health in impoverished families: A brief report
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Infant Behavior & Development, 45, 18-21.
- Language: English
- Date: 2016
- Keywords
- infant mental health, maternal depression, maternal work schedules, poverty