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Pregnancy and Addiction | Recovery Radio
Pregnancy and Addiction | Recovery Radio
Pregnancy and Addiction | Recovery Radio
Saturday 12th January 2019
Dr. Kristi Dively explores the challenges and treatment options for pregnant women with addiction on Recovery Radio. Listen for valuable insights.
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Get the buttons here!Pregnancy and Addiction: Navigating Treatment and Support with Dr. Kristi Dively
In general, patients who come in for treatment or patients who are abusing don't have great health to begin with because they are avoiding the doctor and they're not eating.
Balancing the challenges of addiction with the complexities of pregnancy is no easy feat. In this episode of Recovery Radio, Dr. Kristi Dively, an experienced obstetrician/gynecologist, sheds light on this critical issue. She shares her extensive knowledge on treating pregnant women who are grappling with substance abuse, offering a nuanced perspective on the hurdles and solutions involved. One major concern Dr.
Dively addresses is the fear many pregnant women have about seeking treatment, worried it might harm their unborn child or lead to legal troubles. However, she explains that medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can be a game-changer. By partially binding to opiate receptors in the brain, MAT helps calm the mind, allowing these women to focus on therapy and recovery while safeguarding their baby's health.
The episode also touches on the risks of continuing addiction during pregnancy, such as neonatal abstinence syndrome, which can lead to physical and developmental issues for the baby. Dr. Dively emphasizes the importance of a robust support system for pregnant women in treatment and discusses various medications available to manage addiction effectively. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of pregnancy and addiction, providing invaluable insights for anyone facing this daunting journey.