Development and Evaluation of a Virtual Model for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Assessment and Diagnosis in Children: A Pilot Study [PDF]
Children, 2023 The diagnostic process for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) involves a multi-disciplinary team and includes neurodevelopmental, physical, and facial assessments and evidence of prenatal alcohol exposure during the index pregnancy.
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder — Study Review [PDF]
Pielęgniarstwo Neurologiczne i Neurochirurgiczne, 2020 Fetal alcohol syndrome is regarded as a spectrum. Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) might be surprisingly common, especially in vulnerable populations. Mental health problems, substance abuse, inappropriate sexual behavior, school and legal problems
Justyna Szrajda
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Perceptions of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) at a Mental Health Outpatient Treatment Provider in Minnesota [PDF]
Int J Environ Res Public Health, 2018 Resulting from prenatal exposure to alcohol, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is characterized by deficits in adaptive and cognitive functioning. This disorder is typically accompanied by co-occurring disorders and conditions (e.g., mood, anxiety ...
Jerrod Brown, Diane Harr
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Long‐Term Neurodevelopmental Outcome Following Three Randomized Controlled Trials of Choline in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) [PDF]
Alcohol, Clinical and Experimental Research, Volume 50, Issue 10, October 2026.This manuscript describes a 5‐year longitudinal follow‐up study of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) who took part in one of three randomized controlled trials of choline supplementation when they were 2.5–5.9 years old. Results demonstrate that early choline supplementation improves long‐term non‐verbal IQ and working memory and ...
Jeffrey R. Wozniak +9 more
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Where is the South African prevention of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder programme? A call to action [PDF]
South African Medical JournalFetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) prevalence is high in South Africa, and is a significant public health concern. The long-term consequences of FASD are devastating to the individual, their family and society.
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ChildrenFetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is commonly misdiagnosed because of the complexity of presentation and multiple diagnostic criteria. FASD includes four categorical entities (fetal alcohol syndrome, partial fetal alcohol syndrome, alcohol related ...
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What Do We Know About Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Nigeria? A Narrative Review [PDF]
Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 10, October 2026.ABSTRACT Background and Aims Alcohol consumption during pregnancy poses notable risks to maternal and foetal health, yet its prevalence and impact in Nigeria remain understudied. This narrative review aims to initiate conversations around the current state of alcohol intake by expectant mothers in Nigeria and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD ...
Stephen I. Azumara +4 more
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Association of adverse childhood experiences and neurodevelopmental disorders in people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and non-FASD controls [PDF]
BMC Pediatrics, 2019 Background Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a highly prevalent lifelong disorder with high rates of comorbid neurodevelopmental disorders. Individuals with FASD are often exposed to abuse, neglect and foster home placements which have uncertain ...
Cassondra Kambeitz +4 more
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Trends in Well‐Being and Opportunities to Support Caregivers of Individuals With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan [PDF]
Alcohol, Clinical and Experimental Research, Volume 50, Issue 9, September 2026.Caregivers of individuals with FASD report high levels of stress, with well‐being significantly influenced by factors like employment status and number of dependents. These findings emphasize the need for tailored interventions and policies that address specific sociodemographic contexts to better support caregiver stability and overall family thriving.
Katherine Flannigan +6 more
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Developmental Deficiency of Oligodendrocytes and Myelination in the Central Nervous System of the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Mouse Model [PDF]
CNS Neuroscience &Therapeutics, Volume 32, Issue 9, September 2026.Impaired myelination was observed in the central nervous system (CNS) of the male fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) offspring associated with hyperactivity‐like behaviors, whereas the female FASD mice exhibit delayed myelin formation and normal behaviors, indicating a gender‐specific manner of FASD pathology.
Xiaoling Liang +4 more
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