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Sarah Erdman

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Aug 1, 2026

4:50
when it comes to questions like this.
4:53
So, in general, studies have found that in the US, there are between 10 and 11% of all children in our country who are born exposed to some substance or substances to some degree, 10 to 11%.
5:10
Alcohol is at the top of the list, just behind tobacco in substance exposure.
5:15
We also know through research that our children who are or have been involved with the child welfare system are at a significantly higher risk of some type of substance exposure.
5:27
Several experts estimate that between 50 and 80% of kids involved in the child welfare system have had some type and some degree of exposure.
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So we want our audience to know that as well.
5:40
So while cocaine use, which is what this question refers to, during pregnancy is not as prevalent as some of the other substances, it doesn't make it any less concerning when you're a parent with a child that you know has had that exposure.
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exposed.

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