Prenatal Substance Exposure and Positive Developmental Delay Screening Among Patients in Foster Care
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https://doi.org/10.1097/dbp.0000000000001383
Description
Prenatal substance exposure (PSE) is a known risk factor for negative birth outcomes and long-term health outcomes like neurodevelopmental problems. Children in foster care have increased exposure to PSE and higher proportions of developmental delay compared with the general population. It is unclear whether differences still exist among developmental delay screening among children in foster care with and without PSE.
Children in foster care with PSE are at risk for positive developmental delay screening compared with those without; however, those with both PSE and prematurity are at extra risk. This interaction should be considered when making inferences regarding developmental delay screening in this population.
Publication Date
6-2025
Publisher
Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Keywords
Pediatrics, Child Welfare, Dallas, Integrated Care, Trauma-Informed
Disciplines
Clinical and Medical Social Work | Pediatrics | Primary Care | Social Work | Trauma
Recommended Citation
McLeigh, Jill; Malthaner, Lauren; Knell, Gregory; Jetelina, Katelyn; Atem, Folefac; and Messiah, Sarah, "Prenatal Substance Exposure and Positive Developmental Delay Screening Among Patients in Foster Care" (2025). Research. 22.
https://scholarlycollection.childrens.com/rjfcce-pub/22
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