Asking questions about the type, frequency, and amount of substance use is often a routine part of prenatal care for physicians, midwives, nurses, pregnancy outreach
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CCSA: Overcoming Stigma Through Language (Primer)
Click here to download the resource. Stigma is a significant barrier to wellness and good health for people who use substances. WHAT’S IN THIS PRIMER:
BBC: Conversation boosts honesty over drinking in pregnancy, study finds
A “conversational approach” is the most successful way of encouraging honest disclosure of drinking habits by pregnant women, a new study says. This contrasts with
New Resources for Collaborative Conversations on Substance Use with Girls and Women
Two new resources are available for health and social service providers to assist them in providing brief intervention on substance use with women and girls.
Resource: Make a Difference, Talk To Your Child About Alcohol
Did you know… With so many drugs available to young people these days, you may wonder, “Why develop a booklet about helping kids avoid alcohol?”
Why It’s Good To Talk With Your Children About Alcohol
Why is it good to talk to your children about alcohol? …Because your child can adopt a healthier, happier attitude to alcohol the more you