Drug–addicted Moms Face Barriers to Recovery

Drug–addicted moms face barriers to recovery

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Mothers working through substance abuse treatment and navigating the child welfare system face a series of medical evaluations, counseling sessions, court dates and testing that can seem overwhelming while dragging on longer than desired. "It is almost …
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Kathleen Vinehout: Let's work together to end addiction

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Mental illness often contributes to addiction. Sheff writes at least a third of those with a psychiatric disorder abuse drugs or alcohol. Diagnosis involves accurately assessing underlying mental illness. Some treatments do work. Effective treatments …
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Project to help pregnant mothers kick heroin, prescription drugs

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Under a three-year pilot project, about 200 mothers and babies will receive drug-addiction counseling and treatment, along with non-clinical services including housing, transportation and babysitting during medical or treatment appointments. State …
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