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New Issue Paper: Why FASD Diagnostic Assessment is Important

CanFASD New Issue Paper

CanFASD recently released a new issue paper, Why FASD Diagnostic Assessment is Important. Below is a short summary. You can find the full issue paper here.


Issue:

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a diagnostic term used to describe the lifelong impacts neurobehavioral and physical impacts on the brain and body of people prenatally exposed to alcohol. Individuals with FASD will experience some degree of challenges in their daily lives. So early and effective identification, followed by appropriate interventions is important for improving outcomes.

Background:

Importance and Implications of an Early FASD Diagnostic Assessment

The Role of Screening in FASD Diagnostic Assessment

Diagnostic Assessment Across the Lifespan

Take Home Message:

While an FASD diagnosis is beneficial at any age, an early diagnosis can increase access to appropriate intervention and support services which can mitigate the development of difficulties in daily living while promoting healthier outcomes.


For more information, including recommendations, please read the full issue paper here.

Authors: Jocelynn Cook, Audrey McFarlane, Katherine Flannigan, Ana Hanlon-Dearman & Kathy Unsworth

Date: May 2023

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