Name at least three consequences of the Dutch famine that resulted once the infant was born?

Question

Some of the consequences of the famine were immediate or almost immediate and some did not show up until quite later in life. Make sure that you address both. (10 points)

Answer 1

1. Birth weight: mothers exposed to famine during the third trimester of pregnancy gave birth to babies with low birth weight, compared to the control subjects. Mothers exposed to famine during their first trimester gave birth to babies of high birth weight, compared to the control group.
2. Babies exposed to famine had a higher risk of schizophrenia as adults
3. Babies exposed to famine had higher levels of LDL cholesterol as adults

Other consequences included higher risk for obesity, higher blood pressure, higher risk of depression, cognitive deficits, and lower scores on self-reports of quality of life

Hope this helps!