Publications by authors named "M Viragova"
J Affect Disord
March 2025
Article Synopsis
- The study explores how maternal depressive symptoms influence caregiving and the neurocognitive and emotional development of 18-month-old children, highlighting the potential challenges of motherhood beyond the typical joy associated with it.
- It focuses on the role of parenting styles and home environments, finding that a permissive approach and less cognitive stimulation can worsen the effects of maternal depression on children's development outcomes.
- The research involved 479 mothers and toddlers, using various assessments to measure maternal depression, parenting styles, and children's developmental outcomes, revealing that certain parenting behaviors, like being overly reactive, can further impact emotional regulation in children.
