Addiction, Mental Health and Domestic Violence How Does it Affect Pregnancy?

March 5, 2010 by rosie  
Filed under Prenatal Issues, Upcoming Events

How does addiction, mental health and domestic violence affect pregnancy? If you are a health care professional dealing with pregnant women or family members this seminar is a must to attend. Or you may know a health professional that would appreciate your sharing this information.

Download the conference brochure. It will be held in New Jersey on April, 29, 2010.

Ending Domestic Violence

May 23, 2008 by ellen  
Filed under Did You Know?, Womens' Issues

An article in The New York Times supports the recommendation by the surgeon general and the American Medical Association to have physicians routinely screen women for domestic abuse.   Questioning about violence in the home may be a key element to begin the process of ending the abuse.  Domestic violence is common among women and puts them at increased risk of chronic pain, depression, anxiety and alcohol and substance abuse.  Click here for more information