Perceptions of stigma of pregnant individuals experiencing substance use disorder receiving prenatal care at magdalene clinic: a cross-sectional study

These findings suggest that higher internalized and source-specific stigma, particularly for opioid and stimulant use, may contribute to delayed prenatal care and highlight the need for stigma-reducing interventions for pregnant individuals with SUD. Additionally, these findings suggest that pregnant individuals with social advantages like higher educational attainment may face unique substance-related stigma. These results inform the need for supportive, empathetic healthcare that is need specific and responsive to the diverse experiences of those experiencing pregnancy and SUD.