Creating a Community of Support for Children and Families Affected by Opioid Dependence: Identifying and Addressing Gaps in Maternal-Fetal Care

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Title: Creating a Community of Support for Children and Families Affected by Opioid Dependence: Identifying and Addressing Gaps in Maternal-Fetal Care
Language: English
Authors: Fragassi, Philip A., Bora, Geetanjali
Source: ZERO TO THREE. May 2018 38(5):29-38.
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Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2018
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Prenatal Care, Drug Use, Mothers, Neonates, Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Federal Aid, Federal Legislation, Prevention, Community Support, Pregnancy, Drug Addiction, Substance Abuse, Family Involvement, Infants, Prenatal Influences
Geographic Terms: Ohio (Cleveland)
Laws, Policies and Program Identifiers: Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act
ISSN: 0736-8038
Abstract: The last decade has seen an exponential increase in the use of illicit and prescription opioids during pregnancy. Opioid dependency during pregnancy increases the risks of obstetric complications for mothers and potential dangers for newborns during infancy and later in life. The mother-child dyad faces specific hurdles when it comes to getting their medical and psychosocial needs met. The purpose of this article is to identify gaps in care of families affected by opiate abuse and review how the Mother and Child Dependency Program at the MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, is trying to bridge these gaps through comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and standardized treatment for this vulnerable population.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 49
Entry Date: 2018
Access URL: https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/series/journal-archive
Accession Number: EJ1179531
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The last decade has seen an exponential increase in the use of illicit and prescription opioids during pregnancy. Opioid dependency during pregnancy increases the risks of obstetric complications for mothers and potential dangers for newborns during infancy and later in life. The mother-child dyad faces specific hurdles when it comes to getting their medical and psychosocial needs met. The purpose of this article is to identify gaps in care of families affected by opiate abuse and review how the Mother and Child Dependency Program at the MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, is trying to bridge these gaps through comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and standardized treatment for this vulnerable population.
ISSN:0736-8038