pregnancy

Substance Use among Pregnant Women in Nigeria

Scientific article
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Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study sought to determine the prevalence, patterns and feasibility of screening for psychoactive substance use among pregnant women in an antenatal clinic in Nigeria. It also aimed to determine the relationship...

Alcohol Consumption and Parenthood

Scientific article
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A recent study sought to determine the extent to which the transition to parenthood protects against problematic alcohol consumption.
A recent study sought to determine the extent to which the transition to parenthood protects against problematic alcohol consumption.

Smoking During Pregnancy , Stigma and Secrets

Scientific article
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There is significant evidence to suggest that smoking while pregnant is harmful to the baby increases the risk of miscarriage, and premature birth. The Statistics on smoking, England: 2018 compendium report shows that in 2017-18, 10.8% of...

Prenatal Marijuana Use: Perspectives of Pregnant Women

Scientific article
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Marijuana is the drug most commonly used by pregnant women. Understanding the beliefs, attitudes and experience of marijuana use during pregnancy will help practitioners design motivational intervention for women. In a recent qualitative...

Pregnancy & Opioids Guide

Book
INTRODUCTION Is there a young woman in your life who is pregnant and misusing or addicted to opioids? Perhaps it’s your daughter or granddaughter, your son’s girlfriend or wife, a niece or a friend. Here you’ll find information to help her...