What's in a name? The ethical implications and opportunities in diagnosing an infant with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS).

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Title: What's in a name? The ethical implications and opportunities in diagnosing an infant with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS).
Authors: Oei, Ju Lee, Blythe, Stacy, Dicair, Lauren, Didden, David, Preisz, Anne, Lantos, John
Source: Addiction. Jan2023, Vol. 118 Issue 1, p4-6. 3p.
Subjects: Neonatal abstinence syndrome, Social support, Substance abuse in pregnancy, Social stigma, Early intervention (Education), Patient care, Needs assessment
Abstract: The author reflects on the ethical issues in the diagnosis of infant with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) and the opportunities for treatment for physicians. Also cited are the advances in the treatment of NAS despite the lack of clear definable causes and the effects of prenatal drug exposure to the mother and child.
Database: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
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