Editorial: Bridging Generations: The Role of Executive Function in Intergenerational Transmission of Depression.

IF 9.2 1区医学 Q1 PEDIATRICS

Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Pub Date : 2025-02-27 DOI:10.1016/j.jaac.2025.02.011

Eric A Youngstrom

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Abstract

Maternal depression casts long shadows across generations, influencing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral outcomes in children. Yet, understanding the precise pathways of intergenerational transmission remains a challenge for researchers and clinicians alike. In their recent study, Han et al.¹ offer valuable insights into one such pathway: the mediating role of executive function (EF) deficits in the relationship between maternal depressive symptoms and childhood depression. This investigation not only advances the field's understanding of EF but also suggests a role for interventions targeting EF to mitigate the transmission of depressive symptoms.

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Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 医学-精神病学

CiteScore

21.00

自引率

1.50%

发文量

1383

审稿时长

53 days

期刊介绍： The Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP) is dedicated to advancing the field of child and adolescent psychiatry through the publication of original research and papers of theoretical, scientific, and clinical significance. Our primary focus is on the mental health of children, adolescents, and families. We welcome unpublished manuscripts that explore various perspectives, ranging from genetic, epidemiological, neurobiological, and psychopathological research, to cognitive, behavioral, psychodynamic, and other psychotherapeutic investigations. We also encourage submissions that delve into parent-child, interpersonal, and family research, as well as clinical and empirical studies conducted in inpatient, outpatient, consultation-liaison, and school-based settings. In addition to publishing research, we aim to promote the well-being of children and families by featuring scholarly papers on topics such as health policy, legislation, advocacy, culture, society, and service provision in relation to mental health. At JAACAP, we strive to foster collaboration and dialogue among researchers, clinicians, and policy-makers in order to enhance our understanding and approach to child and adolescent mental health.