READING SUMMARY

Reading Summary: “Integrated Programs for Mothers with Substance Abuse Issues and Their Children”



Reading Summary: “Integrated Programs for Mothers with Substance Abuse Issues and Their Children”

Introduction

Rates of substance abuse in women are on the rise. Research suggests that women are more vulnerable to the adverse physiological consequences associated with substance abuse. Substance abuse in women is also associated with a unique constellation of risk factors and needs, including increased prevalence of mental health problems, histories of physical or sexual abuse, serious medical problems, poor nutrition, relationship problems (including domestic violence), and deficits in social support [8,9]. These unique risk factors ...