Addressing Gaps and Saving Lives: Doulas' Role in Addressing Substance Use and Mental Health Challenges Among Pregnant and Postpartum Clients-A Scoping Review.

Madison D HaimanKaren A JohnsonHolly HoranLilanta Joy BradleyDavid L Albright

Published in: Maternal and child health journal (2023)

While the literature showed that Doulas can improve substance use and mental health outcomes among pregnant or postpartum individuals, a significant gap remains in research, practice, and peer-reviewed literature addressing this issue.

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