External resilience in the context of drug use and socio-structural vulnerabilities: a qualitative exploration among women who use drugs and sell sex in Baltimore, Maryland

External resilience in the context of drug use and socio-structural vulnerabilities: a qualitative exploration among women who use drugs and sell sex in Baltimore, Maryland

Abstract Background Resilience is a commonly used construct in substance use and mental health research. Yet it is often narrowly defined by only its internal qualities (e.g., adaptability, hardiness) and overlooks its external qualities (e.g., supportive relationships, navigating one’s environment)...

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Main Authors: Catherine Tomko, Danielle Friedman Nestadt, Noelle P. Weicker, Katherine Rudzinski, Carol Underwood, Michelle R. Kaufman, Susan G. Sherman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-08-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
Subjects:
Resilience
Social support
Substance use
Women
Sex work
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00678-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-022-00678-6

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