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Racial Disparities in Pregnancy and Birth Outcomes

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This chapter will address health disparities in pregnancy and birth outcomes among racial and ethnic minorities, including preterm birth, low birthweight, and infant mortality, as well as maternal morbidity and mortality during the perinatal period. This chapter will also address racial disparities in infant and early childhood development, including cognitive and social-emotional development, and early academic achievement. Taking a life course perspective that includes the intergenerational transmission of race-related trauma and stress, this chapter will specifically examine the role of chronic stress and its influence on biological and psychosocial processes. Cultural and environmental protective factors will also be addressed, as well as discussion about potential interventions. Intersectionality with other demographic variables including gender, socioeconomic status, and education will also be discussed.

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