This book will help readers gain vital guidance and support when treating the high-risk, high-reward population of women confronting (or battling) opioid-use disorders during pregnancy. Large numbers of pregnant women are dependent on opioids and require comprehensive non-judgemental care to replace traditional approaches of incarceration and child welfare involvement that worsen outcomes for both mother and infant. Invaluable and comprehensive, this toolkit provides the key to non-judgemental care for both mother and baby, throughout labor, delivery management and postpartum care. It bridges the important treatment gap through evidence-based, caring approach; standardizing exceptional care, for obstetricians, pediatricians, addictionists, and anyone caring for pregnant women with opioid-use disorders. Edited by a Board-certified expert in obstetrics, gynecology and addiction medicine, and a team of internationally-acclaimed leaders in women's health, this guide provides high-quality advice, guidelines and vital skills to tackle a currently expanding opioid epidemic.

Gain guidance and support when treating the high-risk population of women confronting (or battling) opioid-use disorders during pregnancy.

About the Author
Tricia E. Wright is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health at the University of Hawaii, and founder of Waikiki Health PATH Clinic, providing addiction care for women. She is also past President of the Women's Action Group of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and the Chair of the Opioids Task Force, for the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has authored multiple research papers on women with substance use disorders.


Book Information
ISBN 9781108400985
Author Tricia E. Wright
Format Paperback
Page Count 150
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 360g
Dimensions(mm) 247mm * 188mm * 10mm