1. Interpersonal trauma, substance misuse and pregnancy – A phenomenological exploration of pregnant women and midwives in Scotland Naomi Waddell Professor Thanos Karatzias, Professor Michael Brown, Dr Catherine Mahoney School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University

2. Literature review Significant and consistent associations between IPV/IPT and substance misuse amongst pregnant women/new mothers Midwives perceptions of pregnant women/new mothers who misuse substances

3. Aims of study Research questions Recruitment - pregnant women & midwives

4. Data collection – pregnant women & midwives Data analysis Progress to date

5. Life History Calendar Born [year]Age 123456……42434445 Memorable events Living arrangements [Event] [Event] Drug/alcohol use (inc tobacco) Alcohol Drug (type) Drug (type) Drug (type) Alcohol Dependence Drug Dependence Negative life experiences Neglect Physical abuse Emotional abuse Sexual abuse/ assault Domestic violence Physical assault Witnessing violence

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