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Temperament and behavior in toddlers born preterm with related clinical problems

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Author(s):
Monte Cassiano, Rafaela Guilherme ; Gaspardo, Claudia Maria ; de Deus Faciroli, Ricardo Augusto ; Martinez, Francisco Eulogio ; Martins Linhares, Maria Beatriz
Total Authors: 5
Document type: Journal article
Source: EARLY HUMAN DEVELOPMENT; v. 112, p. 1-8, SEP 2017.
Web of Science Citations: 3
Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare temperament and behavior profiles among groups of preterm toddlers differentiated by level of prematurity and the presence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) or retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), controlling for neonatal clinical conditions and chronological age. Method: The sample comprised 100 preterm toddlers segregated according to level of prematurity (75 very preterm and 25 moderate/late preterm) and presence of BPD (n = 36) and ROP (n = 63). Temperament was assessed by the Early Childhood Behavior Questionnaire and behavior by the Child Behavior Checklist. The MANOVA was performed with a post-hoc univariate test. Results: The level of prematurity and the presence of BPD and ROP did not affect temperament and behavioral problems in toddlers born preterm. However, the covariates age and length of stay in NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) affected temperament and behavioral problems, respectively. The older toddlers showed higher inhibitory control and lower activity levels than younger toddlers (range of 18-36 months-old). Additionally, toddlers who stayed in the NICU longer showed more pervasive development and emotionally reactive problems than toddlers who stayed in NICU for less time. Conclusion: The level of prematurity and the presence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia and retinopathy of prematurity did not affect temperament and behavioral problems in toddlers born preterm. However, a longer stay in the NICU increased the risk for behavioral problems, and age enhanced the regulation of temperament at toddlerhood. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 13/12509-5 - Impact of neonatal risk and temperament in behavior of children born preterm in the pre-school age
Grantee:Rafaela Guilherme Monte Cassiano
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate