Social stress in squirrel monkeys (Saimiri boliviensis peruviensis) differentially affects placental transfer of maternal antibody to male and female infants

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This article examines the effects of stress on the placental transfer of Immunoglobulin G in squirrel monkeys. Results indicate that mothers who experienced chronic disturbances gave birth to male infants with lower levels of Immunoglobulin G while female infants had significantly elevated levels of the maternal antibody.

Maternal-fetal exchange, Stress (Physiology), Pregnancy, Immunoglobulin G, Sex differences, Antibodies, Squirrel monkeys

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Disruptions of social relationships accentuate the association between emotional distress and menstrual pain in young women

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This article discusses the relationship between social support, depression, anxiety, and menstrual pain. Topics include dysmenorrhea, negativity, oral contraceptive use, and menstrual cycle length.

Wisconsin, Psychological aspects, Health aspects, Women, Social networks, Anxiety, Menstrual cycle, Menstruation, Dysmenorrhea, Negativism

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A randomized clinical trial of a population - and transtheoretical model-based stress-management intervention

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Clinical trial of a stress management program based on transtheoretical model is examined.

Science & research, Stress management

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