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Peer reviewedChavkin, Wendy – American Journal of Public Health, 1990
Explores the following policy approaches to drug use by pregnant women: (1) criminal prosecution of the mother; (2) allegations of child neglect against the mother with interruption of custody; and (3) drug treatment. Discusses whether each reduces drug use during pregnancy or improves maternal and infant health and well-being. (JS)
Descriptors: Child Custody, Child Neglect, Child Welfare, Drug Addiction
