Running head: PRENATAL STRESS













Prenatal Stress in Pregnancy and Infant Outcomes
Kamilah Heywood-Gregory

College of New Rochelle






















Introduction
Stress has become one of the major issues of health concern in modern society. Stress results from an excessive level of pressure, whether real or perceived, and occurs when there is a disparity between what the individual wants, and feels capable of doing, and can affect everyone directly or indirectly (Solloway, 2000). It is also condition or circumstance which can disturb the normal physical and mental health of an individual (Solloway, 2000). One may think of stress as a mind-body experience. This demand on the mind and body occurs when it tries to cope with constant changes in life. Pregnancy, for instance, is a joyful time for most women. It can also be a time of uncertainty and worry, which may increase stress levels and have negative consequences on......

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