Examining the impact of parents who misuse substances or have dual diagnosis presentations on parenting capacity and children’s development

This session examines the experience of parents who abuse substances or have dual diagnosis presentations and its impact on parenting capacity and children's development.

Objectives

• Discuss the prevalence, nature, clinical signs, and symptoms of the most common substances used by adults

• Explore the impact of maternal substance misuse, including'recreational' drugs, opiates, and stimulants on pregnancy and foetal and child development

• Discuss the types of risks and impulsive behaviours presented by parents who use substances and examine the impact on children and young people

• Examine relevant safeguarding issues of children affected by parental substance misuse

• Explore effective early intervention and local parenting programmes for parents, carers, and children affected by substance misuse

The session will be led by Marcia Rice.

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