Perspectives on preconception health among formerly incarcerated women with substance use disorders

Women involved in the criminal justice system have high rates of substance use disorders (SUD) placing them at increased risk for unintended pregnancy and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Little is known about the factors that influence the decision-making of formerly incarcerated women with SUD prior to becoming pregnant, in the preconception period. The goal of this study is to understand formerly incarcerated women's perceptions of changing substance use behaviors before pregnancy.
Source: Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment - Category: Addiction Authors: Source Type: research