Women

Substance Use among Pregnant Women in Nigeria

Scientific article
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Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study sought to determine the prevalence, patterns and feasibility of screening for psychoactive substance use among pregnant women in an antenatal clinic in Nigeria. It also aimed to determine the relationship...

#DontPinkMyDrink Campaign

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After years of objectifying and sexualising women in their advertising, the alcohol industry is now targeting women more directly, linking their products to women's friendships, feminism and empowerment. However, women’s empowerment will...

Prenatal Marijuana Use: Perspectives of Pregnant Women

Scientific article
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Marijuana is the drug most commonly used by pregnant women. Understanding the beliefs, attitudes and experience of marijuana use during pregnancy will help practitioners design motivational intervention for women. In a recent qualitative...