Improving Neurobehavioural Development in Preterm Infants: Identifying Long-term Benefits of Early Stress Reduction [ 2011 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jeannette Milgrom (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Paul Martin

Brief description Preterm birth is associated with lower IQ at school-age, more attention-deficit hyperactivity and elevated risk for anxiety and depression. The long-term outcome of these children depends on maximising normal brain and neurological development. Our simple, inexpensive, stress-reduction program is delivered in the hospital nursery. If the short-term benefits we have identified translate into better long-term developmental outcomes it will be an invaluable advance in the care of preterm infants.

Funding Amount $AUD 496,898.14

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant