Addressing Gaps in Comprehensive Treatment for Birthing people of Color with Comorbid SUD: Implementing a Targeted Approach-View Presentation

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The webinar focused on maternal mental health, specifically addressing gaps in comprehensive treatment for birthing people of color with comorbid substance use disorders. The speakers discussed the disparities in healthcare faced by Hispanic and African American women when it comes to mental health and substance use treatment. They emphasized the need for targeted approaches that are culturally appropriate and can bridge the gap in comprehensive treatment for these populations. They highlighted the importance of routine screening for substance use disorders during pregnancy, the need to address co-occurring psychiatric disorders, and the significance of trauma-informed care. The speakers also emphasized the importance of providing evidence-based treatment, such as medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder during pregnancy and the postpartum period. They discussed the barriers to care, including stigma, legal consequences, lack of access to treatment facilities, and the need for insurance coverage, particularly in the postpartum period. Overall, the webinar aimed to assess current treatment recommendations, dismantle barriers, and promote equitable access to care for all individuals, regardless of race or ethnicity.

Keywords

maternal mental health

comprehensive treatment

birthing people of color

substance use disorders

disparities in healthcare

culturally appropriate care

routine screening

co-occurring psychiatric disorders

medication-assisted treatment

barriers to care