Behavioral Interventions for Children and Adolescents With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
This article reviews current empirically tested interventions, methodological challenges, and suggestions for future directions in research on the treatment of FASD.
An Evaluation of the Predictive Validity of the SAVRY and YLS/CMI in Justice-Involved Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Research article. Despite the high prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) in youth criminal justice settings, there is currently no research supporting the use of violence risk assessment tools in this population. This study examined the predictive validity of total and domain scores on the Structured Assessment of Violence Risk in Youth (SAVRY) and the Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (YLS/CMI) in justice-involved youth with FASD.
Alcohol – Canadian Drug Summary
Summarizes data on the use and risky use of alcohol, including information on drinking patterns, effects on youth and older adults, legal status, costs and impact on health care. The data is presented in the context of Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines in order to inform decision makers on reducing alcohol related harms.
8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD
Webcasts from the 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD (10 minutes – 1 hour)
3rd Biennial FASD ONE symposium – Using Screening, Diagnosis and Data to Improve Outcomes
Webinar/presentation by Dr. Jocelynn Cook about diagnosis of FASD and 2016 guidelines (approx. 45 minutes)
Parenting with FASD
Needs, Challenges, and Opportunities for Support and Research.
FASD & Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors
The purpose of this paper is to highlight an overview of the current existing research conducted in this area and offer implications for individuals, families, caregivers, and policy makers.
Nutritional Supplementation and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Research showing evidence from preclinical studies suggest that pre- or postnatal nutritional supplementation may improve neurocognitive function (e.g., learning, memory) and behaviour.
Treatment algorithm for the use of psychopharmacological agents in individuals prenatally exposed to alcohol and/or with diagnosis of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)
This article shares a new guide to help doctors safely prescribe medications for people with FASD.
FASD and Medication
FASD and Medication: Publications Library.
National FASD Program: Social Return on Investment
In 2023, almost 90,000 children are estimated to have been born after exposure to the potentially harmful effects of alcohol during pregnancy.
In this report Impact Economics and Policy has estimated that the lifetime economic and social costs of exposure to alcohol during
pregnancy in Australia range between $2.7 billion and $6.4 billion per year.
Reducing the costs of alcohol harm during pregnancy requires improved access to diagnosis, increased awareness of the harms, and continued support for campaigns like the National FASD Program Campaign. This campaign has successfully improved awareness and reduced the number of pregnant persons consuming alcohol, leading to fewer cases of FASD, premature births, and other pregnancy-related complications.
The “Pebble in Your Shoe” Model of Effectiveness: Laurentian University Undergraduate Students’ Perspectives on Campaigns Regarding Alcohol Use During Pregnancy
Using intersectionality theory, basic qualitative design, thematic analysis and focus group discussion, the “Pebble in Your Shoe” Model of Effectiveness was developed based on community perspectives. This model could be utilized in the development and evaluation of future Level 1 FASD Prevention campaigns.
