Practice mode Psychology

Which maternal behaviour has been found to be strongly correlated with premature birth?

Correct answer D. smoking

Explanation

Smoking during pregnancy reduces oxygen supply to the foetus and damages the placenta, and it is consistently linked with premature birth and low birth weight.

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