Prenatal use of benzodiazepines associated with preterm birth
Abstract
Two symptoms — anxiety and insomnia — during pregnancy have increased over the years, and so has benzodiazepine use. Because benzodiazepines can cross the placenta, affecting fetal growth and neurodevelopment, researchers wanted to find out whether it carries risks for miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, and/or small for gestational age.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Pregnancy and Medication Impact
Prenatal Substance Exposure Effects
Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Weekly
- Volume
- 38
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 3–4
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026
- Language
- EN