Before the Delivery of Her Baby, Karen Experiences Several Traumatic

Multiple Choice

Before the delivery of her baby, Karen experiences several traumatic life changes. She separates from her husband, discovers that her mother is seriously ill, and begins a more stressful job. Will Karen's baby be significantly affected by all the stress in Karen's life?

A) Yes, the baby will develop good coping skills.
B) No, fetuses are not significantly affected by the mother's emotional stress.
C) No, any effects on the fetus will be temporary and will not produce lasting problems.
D) Yes, the baby will be at risk for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and language delay.