Developing a model of care for substance use in pregnancy and parenting services, Sydney, Australia: Service provider perspectives

The absence of a clear model of care for services supporting pregnant women and mothers with substance use disorders has impeded opportunities to build an evidence base for the effectiveness of these services. Previous research has typically focused on the needs of pregnant women or mothers, as two distinct groups. This paper explores service providers' perceptions of key components of a model of care, extending from perinatal care to community-based support for up to 17  years post-delivery. A model of care is outlined and feasibility factors affecting implementation are highlighted.
Source: Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment - Category: Addiction Authors: Source Type: research