ADHD and Maternal Substance Use: A Deep Dive with Dr. Elis Haan
The polygenic risk score analyses use genetic variants as an alternative approach that can also strengthen causal inference when using observational data.
Have you ever wondered how substance use during pregnancy could impact a child's development? In this episode of Addiction Audio, Dr. Rob Calder sits down with Dr. Elis Haan to explore her groundbreaking research on the connection between maternal substance use and ADHD in young people. Dr. Haan shares insights from her recent study, which examines the effects of smoking, alcohol, and drug use during pregnancy on ADHD outcomes in children.
She breaks down complex research methods like negative control and polygenic risk scores, explaining how these approaches strengthen the study's findings. The conversation also touches on the differences between maternal and teacher ratings of ADHD, highlighting why it's essential to consider multiple perspectives in research. If you're curious about the science behind ADHD and the role of prenatal factors, this episode offers a wealth of information and thought-provoking discussion.