The mothering experiences of women with substance use disorders

Lisa M. Cleveland; Rebecca J. Bonugli; Kelly S. McGlothen

doi:10.1097/ANS.0000000000000118

The mothering experiences of women with substance use disorders

Lisa M. Cleveland, Rebecca J. Bonugli, Kelly S. McGlothen

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The aim of this qualitative study was to describe the mothering experiences of women with substance use disorders. We conducted semistructured, individual interviews with 15 mothers. Using thematic analysis, 5 themes were identified: (1) facing the reality of a pregnancy complicated by substance use, trauma, and loss, (2) finding a higher meaning, (3) dealing with the consequences, (4) managing the details of daily life, and (5) looking toward a future with my children. Moreover, the women described entering motherhood with uncertainty, fear, shame, and stress. We hope that these findings will lead to more compassionate nursing care for this population.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	119-129
Number of pages	11
Journal	Advances in Nursing Science
Volume	39
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/ANS.0000000000000118
State	Published - Jan 1 2016

Keywords

Addiction
Mothering
Neonatal abstinence syndrome
Qualitative research
Substance use disorders
Thematic analysis

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Nursing(all)

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