Neonatal withdrawal or neonatal abstinence syndrome or neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome is a drug withdrawal syndrome of infants, caused by the cessation of the administration of drugs which may or may not be licit. Dr Saranya Jaikumar Educational Psychologist | Dr Saranya Jaikumar videos

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) – Compassionate Care Matters Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome occurs when a newborn withdraws from substances (most commonly opioids) exposed to in utero. Incidence has risen with maternal opioid use — a challenging but manageable condition with early intervention. Common Signs (as seen in the video): - High-pitched cry - Tremors, irritability, hypertonia - Poor feeding, vomiting, diarrhoea - Sneezing, yawning, mottling - Seizures in severe cases Management Approac

High-quality evidence is needed to inform a standard approach to caring for infants with opioid withdrawal. New research findings comparing the newer Eat, Sleep, Console approach with usual care are summarized in this short video. https://nej.md/3AuYSft | The New England Journal of Medicine