NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 2 results Save | Export
The Relationship between Prenatal and Postnatal Exposure to Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and Cognitive, Neuropsychological, and Behavioral Deficits: A Critical Appraisal
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Cicchetti, Domenic V.; Kaufman, Alan S.; Sparrow, Sara S. – Psychology in the Schools, 2004
Our purpose in this report is to evaluate scientifically that body of literature relating the effects of prenatal and postnatal exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) upon neurobehavioral, health-related, and cognitive deficits in neonates, developing infants, children, and adults. The data derive from seven cohorts: six cohorts of mothers…
Descriptors: Neonates, Validity, Psychomotor Skills, Prenatal Influences
Neurocognitive Effects of HIV Infection on Young Children: Implications for Assessment.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Landry, Kris; Smith, Tina – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 1998
Describes the various direct and indirect effects of HIV and AIDS on children's development and the implications for early intervention assessment. HIV and AIDS effects include disorganization during the neonatal period, failure to thrive, motor difficulties, cognitive dysfunction, expressive language behavior, attention problems, and…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Problems, Child Development