Abstract

REIS, Fernando Teixeira  and  LOUREIRO, Rubens José. The use of crack during pregnancy and their biopsychosocial and spiritual repercussions. SMAD, Rev. Eletrônica Saúde Mental Álcool Drog. (Ed. port.) [online]. 2015, vol.11, n.2, pp. 105-111. ISSN 1806-6976.

The purpose of this study was to identify the biopsychosocial and spiritual effects of crack use during pregnancy. This is a descriptive study with qualitative approach, it is a case report of a 33 year-old patient, multiparous, postpartum and used crack until the sixth month of pregnancy. After data collection and analysis, disorders were classified and placed in three thematic categories, which are: biological effects, psychological repercussions, and social and spiritual repercussions. The results of this study reinforce the need for holistic strategies of intervention for this specific segment of the population.

Keywords : Crack Cocaine; Street Drugs; Substance-Related Disorders; Pregnancy; Drug Users.

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