Daily Mail – SARAH GRIFFITHS
“Chaotic care by distracted mothers has been found to disrupt a baby’s brain development and may even lead to emotional disorders later in life, such as drug-seeking behaviour, experts have warned. The study suggests that seemingly harmless everyday interruptions, such as calls and messages, can have a long-lasting effect on a child…The scientists believe erratic maternal care of infants can increase the likelihood of risky behaviours such as seeking out drugs and depression as a teenager and adult…’Our work builds on many studies showing that maternal care is important for future emotional health. Importantly, it shows that it is not how much maternal care that influences adolescent behaviour, but the avoidance of fragmented and unpredictable care that is crucial.'”(more)