NREPP Learning Center. (2017) Substance use treatment for pregnant and postpartum women. Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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Substance use during and after pregnancy can create significant harm for mothers and infants, as well as major public health concerns. Tobacco is the most prevalent substance used in this period, followed by alcohol, cannabis, and other illicit drugs. However, polysubstance use in pregnancy is common and increases the deleterious outcomes for both mother and child.
HJ Treatment or recovery method > Substance disorder treatment method
J Health care, prevention, harm reduction and treatment > Patient / client care management
J Health care, prevention, harm reduction and treatment > Treatment and maintenance > Treatment factors
T Demographic characteristics > Pregnant woman
VA Geographic area > United States
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