Understanding Opioid Use During Pregnancy
June 07, 2018
Opioid use and dependency among pregnant women in the United States has increasingly been the subject of new state laws and policies. Unfortunately, this has not led to increased funding for treatment, and misinformation has resulted in harmful policy decisions.
Understanding Opioid Use During Pregnancy
Prenatal Exposure to Illegal Drugs and Alcohol: Media Hype and Enduring Myths Are Not Supported By Science
March 24, 2010
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Based on the extraordinary misinformation that appeared frequently in the popular press, many people believe that a pregnant woman who uses any amount of an illegal drug or alcohol will inevitably harm or even kill her fetus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Methadone and Pregnancy
Questions and Answers Regarding Introduction of Scientific Evidence in New York Family Court
August 20, 2009
The significant and well-documented public misunderstanding, stigma, and cultural myth surrounding drug use and addiction, particularly in the context of pregnancy and parenting, strongly suggests the need for expert testimony to clarify these issues to the court and to ensure diligent representation and zealous advocacy on behalf of the parties involved.
Family Preservation and Substance Abuse
The National Coalition for Child Protection Reform provides a fact sheet addressing pregnant and parenting drug using women. NCCPR states that "We favor providing Intensive Family Preservation Services to some families with substance abuse problems.
Arresting Pregnant Women for Drug Use
September 27, 2001
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Compiled by Drug Policy Alliance. Sept 27, 2000.
What’s Wrong With Presuming Neglect of Drug Exposed Newborns?
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