Advocacy for Punitive Measures Against Prenatal Substance Use
In response to the harm caused by prenatal substance use, some have proposed punitive measures. These include mandatory drug screenings for pregnant individuals with a history of substance abuse, followed by arrest, prosecution, and imprisonment if use continues.
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South Carolina's Interagency Policy on Management of Substance Abuse During Pregnancy
Mandatory Reporting Laws for Prenatal Substance Exposure
Ethical Implications of Punitive Prenatal Policies
Flaws and Improvements for Prenatal Substance Use Programs
Evaluating Punitive Policies for Prenatal Substance Use