Analysis of Mother-Child Interactions of Normal Children and Children with Parent-Child Relationship Problems

2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-27
Author(s):  
Woo-Kyung Lim ◽  
Kyung-Sook Lee
Keyword(s):  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
Normal Children ◽  
Relationship Problems ◽  
Child Relationship ◽  
Parent Child

Problems of feeding, sleeping and excessive crying in infancy: a general population study

2019 ◽  
Vol 104 (11) ◽  
pp. 1034-1041 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Lise Olsen ◽  
Janni Ammitzbøll ◽  
Else Marie Olsen ◽  
Anne Mette Skovgaard
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Maternal Mental Health ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
Relationship Problems ◽  
General Population Study ◽  
Child Relationship ◽  
Excessive Crying ◽  
Parent Child

ObjectiveTo study regulatory problems (RPs) of feeding, sleeping and excessive crying in infancy, and explore the influence of maternal mental health problems and parent–child relationship problems.Design and settingData were collected in the general child health surveillance delivered to infant families by community health nurses (CHNs). Information on CHNs’ assessments and conclusions were obtained on 2598 infants and merged with data from national registers. Descriptive statistics and logistic regression models were used to study RPs in early and late infancy, and the influences due to child, family and parent–child relationship problems.ResultsCombined RPs (C-RPs), defined as two or more simultaneous problems of feeding, sleeping or excessive crying, was identified in 2.9% and 8.6% of the population between age 2–6 and 8–11 months, respectively. Low maternal schooling and immigrant parents were associated with an increased risk of late C-RPs, but RPs in early infancy stand out as the main predictor of late C-RPs OR 3.4 (95% CI 1.8 to 6.6), and the effect of early maternal mental health problems and parent–child relationship problems seem to be mediated by early C-RPs.ConclusionsCombined problems of feeding, sleeping or excessive crying may exist throughout infancy independently of exposures to maternal mental health problems and parent–child relationship problems. The results indicate that infants with RPs exceeding age 2 months need special attention, in clinical as well as community settings. Suggested intervention includes specific guidance to the parents to help them understand and regulate their infant’s sensitivity and reactions.

scholarly journals Close relationships and depression: A developmental cascade approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (04) ◽  
pp. 1451-1465 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca J. Goodman ◽  
Diana R. Samek ◽  
Sylia Wilson ◽  
William G. Iacono ◽  
Matt McGue
Keyword(s):  
Social Relationships ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Rank Order ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
Relationship Problems ◽  
Peer Affiliation ◽  
Child Relationship ◽  
Parent Child

AbstractPrevious research has shown that problematic parent–child, peer, and romantic partner relationships are associated with an increased likelihood for major depressive disorder (MDD). Less research has evaluated the developmental unfolding of how these interpersonal relationship features are both an antecedent versus a consequence of MDD symptoms from adolescence through young adulthood. These gaps were evaluated using a large community sample (N = 1,127; 54% female, 96% white) via a developmental cascade model. Results showed support for significant antecedent effects, as greater parent–child relationship problems at ages 11 and 17 predicted rank-order increases in MDD symptoms at ages 14 and 20. Supporting a developmental cascade of problematic social relationships, greater parent–child relationship problems at ages 11 and 14 also predicted greater subsequent rank-order increases in antisocial peer affiliation at ages 14 and 17. Greater affiliation to antisocial peers at age 20 predicted greater rank-order increases in romantic relationship problems at age 24, which in turn predicted greater MDD symptoms at age 29. Cross-effects were generally small (βs ≤ .16), illustrating other factors may be relevant to the development or consequences of MDD. Nonetheless, findings support the importance of efforts to strengthen social support networks to offset risk as well as potentially treat depression.

scholarly journals Gene–environment interplay between parent–child relationship problems and externalizing disorders in adolescence and young adulthood

2014 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 333-344 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. R. Samek ◽  
B. M. Hicks ◽  
M. A. Keyes ◽  
J. Bailey ◽  
M. McGue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Externalizing Disorders ◽  
Genetic Influence ◽  
Environment Interaction ◽  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
Relationship Problems ◽  
Gene Environment Interaction ◽  
Child Relationship ◽  
Gene Environment ◽  
Parent Child

BackgroundPrevious studies have shown that genetic risk for externalizing (EXT) disorders is greater in the context of adverse family environments during adolescence, but it is unclear whether these effects are long lasting. The current study evaluated developmental changes in gene–environment interplay in the concurrent and prospective associations between parent–child relationship problems and EXT at ages 18 and 25 years.MethodThe sample included 1382 twin pairs (48% male) from the Minnesota Twin Family Study, participating in assessments at ages 18 years (mean = 17.8, s.d. = 0.69 years) and 25 years (mean = 25.0, s.d. = 0.90 years). Perceptions of parent–child relationship problems were assessed using questionnaires. Structured interviews were used to assess symptoms of adult antisocial behavior and nicotine, alcohol and illicit drug dependence.ResultsWe detected a gene–environment interaction at age 18 years, such that the genetic influence on EXT was greater in the context of more parent–child relationship problems. This moderation effect was not present at age 25 years, nor did parent-relationship problems at age 18 years moderate genetic influence on EXT at age 25 years. Rather, common genetic influences accounted for this longitudinal association.ConclusionsGene–environment interaction evident in the relationship between adolescent parent–child relationship problems and EXT is both proximal and developmentally limited. Common genetic influence, rather than a gene–environment interaction, accounts for the long-term association between parent–child relationship problems at age 18 years and EXT at age 25 years. These results are consistent with a relatively pervasive importance of gene–environmental correlation in the transition from late adolescence to young adulthood.

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