November 22, 2024

Pregnant, Addicted and Fighting the Pull of Drugs

 Pregnant, Addicted and Fighting the Pull of Drugs

Pregnant, Addicted and Fighting the Pull of Drugs

Many pregnant women who struggle with drugs put off prenatal care, feeling ashamed and judged. But as fatal overdoses rise, some clinics see pregnancy as an ideal time to help them confront addiction.

Jan Hoffman and Ilana Panich-Linsman