Pregnant Women with Substance Use Disorders — The Harm Associated with Punitive Approaches
Rebecca L. Haffajee, Laura J. Faherty, Kara Zivin
Abstract
Behavioral health conditions in pregnant women are often associated with negative health outcomes. But there has been an alarming trend among states to punish pregnant women with substance use disorders, rather than ensure that they receive appropriate care.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePunitive damagesHarmSubstance usePsychiatryPregnancyHealth careSocial psychologyPsychologyBiologyEconomic growthEconomicsLawGeneticsPolitical sciencePrenatal Substance Exposure EffectsMaternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and PostpartumGestational Diabetes Research and Management