Maternal stress is most likely to negatively impact a developing embryo/fetus when that stress is
A) intermittent and extreme.
B) intermittent and moderate.
C) prolonged and extreme.
D) prolonged and moderate.

Question

Maternal stress is most likely to negatively impact a developing embryo/fetus when that stress is
A) ​intermittent and extreme.
B) ​intermittent and moderate.
C) ​prolonged and extreme.
D) ​prolonged and moderate.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Prolonged and extreme maternal stress has been linked to negative impacts on the developing embryo/fetus, including low birth weight, preterm birth, and developmental delays. Intermittent stress may also have negative impacts, but they are less understood and may depend on timing and duration. Moderate stress may even have some positive effects, such as increased fetal growth and improved cognitive development.

Maternal Stress Is Most Likely to Negatively Impact a Developing