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Basic Research Article

The effect of maternal childhood maltreatment on postpartum mother–child bonding and maternal hair glucocorticoids

El efecto del maltrato materno infantil sobre el vínculo madre-hijo en el postparto y los glucocorticoides de cabello materno

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Article: 2317674 | Received 13 Oct 2023, Accepted 02 Feb 2024, Published online: 04 Mar 2024

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