Research suggests that infants of mothers who were anxious and distressed during pregnancy are more likely to be difficult to care for.What is the suspected cause of this outcome?

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The high level of stress-related hormones present during the pregnancy is suspected to influence the infant's temperament, as these hormones can cross the placenta and affect fetal development, potentially leading to a more difficult temperament in the infant.

Research Suggests That Infants of Mothers Who Were Anxious and Distressed