Discovering FASD Later in Life: Understanding and Embracing a Late Diagnosis
In this virtual training, Nancy Lockwood interviews Reinier deSmit about receiving an FASD diagnosis at the age of 56.
Sex-Related Trends Among People with PAE/FASD
In this webinar, Dr. Katy Flannigan will discuss results from a research analysis of over 2500 clinical records of children, youth and adults from diagnostic centres across Canada.
Supporting Families Raising Black Children with FASD
In this webinar, Alice Audrain, a researcher / consultant / activist who identifies as a proud queer mixed-race black francophone parent will draw on her personal and professional experience to discuss challenges faced by diverse communities of caregivers raising black children with FASD.
FASD Lifetime Planning Series
We are very excited to announce our new FASD lifetime planning series made up of 3 virtual trainings.
Beyond Sibling Rivalry: Supporting Siblings
Date and Time: Thursday April 10, 2025 Location: Virtual Organization: Parents for Children’s Mental Health (PCMH) Description: Sibling relationships can become complicated when one child faces mental health difficulties. This webinar with Humana Community Services provides tools to: – Balance the needs of all children. – Address safety concerns at home. – Identify when professional help is […]
An FASD Informed Approach for Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Date and Time: April 10, 2025, 1:30 – 3:00 PM Location: Virtual Organization: First Nations Telehealth Network Description: The webinar will provide an exploration of research, promising practices, and resources for FASD Informed Care, addiction treatment and recovery. The session will be grounded in Aventa’s approach to FASD prevention via compassionate and nonjudgmental interventions with pregnant women, […]
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.
Caregiver approaches, resiliencies, and experiences raising individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder: A study protocol paper
The goal of this paper is to share information about why and how this study is being done, and potentially guide other teams in developing similar projects to better understand caregivers’ experiences, needs, and successes. Documenting and giving voice to the breadth and depth of caregiver experiences will help us to tailor services and supports, develop resources, stimulate knowledge translation based in resilience and protective factors, guide future studies, and inform evidence-based policy initiatives.
Mindfulness for Caregivers Podcast Series
Sue leads us through a guided meditation as a tool for caregivers.
What is Your Superpower?: Growing and Glowing with FASD
Hannah Denberg gives a live reading of her beloved children’s book, ‘What is Your Superpower?: Growing and Glowing with FASD’.
Watch author Hannah Denberg read her children’s book about FASD
Storytelling has a magical way of connecting us, especially when it comes to children’s books. There’s something incredibly special about hearing the author bring their own characters and world to life through their voice. Today, we’re thrilled to share a special treat with you — a video of author Hannah Denberg reading her book “What is Your Superpower?”
