Social work and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
Given the prevalence, severity and impact of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) on individuals and communities, there should be better social work knowledge and understanding of, as well as support for, these disorders. Social workers can play a more positive role in the prevention and identification of FASD, as well as in services supporting those affected by it. Increased awareness and learning opportunities, and more encouragement and resources are necessary for social workers to fulfil their potential in this field.
The Prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Research on the prevalence of FASD is critical for understanding the scale of the disability in our communities and for identifying opportunities for supporting healthy pregnancies. This research can inform decisions about allocating resources and services to support healthy families, and aid in monitoring the effectiveness of prevention efforts.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder diagnostic clinic capacity in Canadian Provinces and territories
This study investigated the diagnostic capacity for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in multidisciplinary clinics across several provincial and one territorial jurisdictions of Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Northwest Territories.
Plan de sécurité pour les familles et les proches aidant·es (TSAF) – in french
Two-pager in English for service providers to share with families with FASD: prepare for difficult situations and what to do in a possible crisis.
Organiser des groupes de soutien pour les familles et les proches aidant·es ayant un TSAF – in french
Manual for service providers and FASD caregivers: plan and develop new FASD support groups or enhance existing support group activities.
Safety Plan for Families and Caregivers (FASD)
Two-pager in English for service providers to share with families with FASD: prepare for difficult situations and what to do in a possible crisis.
Vers des soins informés sur le TSAF dans le traitement des troubles liés à l’usage de substances – in french
Substance Use
L’agression envers la famille/les soignants dans l’enfance et l’adolescence – in french
Challenging Behaviours
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder: About, causes and co-occurring conditions
TSAF pour le personnel scolaire niveau II: Stratégies pratiques pour le milieu scolaire (online course) – in french
Education
Online course: Formation équipe multidisciplinaire de diagnostic de TSAF Hosted by: Canada FASD Research Network – in french
Diagnosis
Online course: Identifier les meilleures pratiques pour les troubles du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtale (TSAF) – in french
What is FASD?
