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Coverage dated October 16, 2026

Treating depression during pregnancy may benefit baby's brain development—new research

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Treating pregnant women's depression with a short course of talk therapy doesn't just improve their health—it can also shape how their babies' brains develop before birth. That's the finding of a new study we co-authored, published in the journal Nature Communications.

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  1. MedicalXpress

    Depression treatment during pregnancy may benefit babies' brain development, randomized trial finds (opens MedicalXpress)

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    Treating depression during pregnancy influences infant brain development and early emotional function, according to new research published in Nature Communications.

  2. WFMZ Allentown

    Study Finds Treating Depression During Pregnancy May Benefit Babies' Brain Development (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    First randomized clinical trial finds prenatal psychotherapy changes infant brain structure and is linked to lower negative emotionality in early infancy.

  3. The Conversation US

    Treating depression during pregnancy may benefit baby’s brain development – new research (opens The Conversation US)

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    Therapy during pregnancy for those who need it may have advantages for the next generation.

  4. MedicalXpress

    Treating depression during pregnancy may benefit baby's brain development—new research (opens MedicalXpress)

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    Treating pregnant women's depression with a short course of talk therapy doesn't just improve their health—it can also shape how their babies' brains develop before birth. That's the finding of a new study we co-authored, published in the journal Nature Communications.

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