In utero tobacco exposure can lead to executive function issues in adolescents
Friday, June 2, 2017 - 13:02
in Psychology & Sociology
Prenatal tobacco exposure is known to have negative short-term impacts including preterm birth, low birth weight and subsequent behavioral issues. However, a new study found that the negative impacts can last well into the child's future. The results showed that exposure to as few as 10 cigarettes was associated with negative impacts on the executive function of adolescents who were exposed prenatally.