In their recent study, Fernandes-Magalhaes et al. explored what makes FASD unique compared to other neurodevelopmental conditions.
FASD affects the whole body, not just the brain
‘Beyond the Brain: The Physical Health and Whole-Body Impact of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders’ explores how FASD affects the whole body, not just the brain.
What does access to an FASD diagnosis really look like in Canada?
Today we’re travelling back to 2024 to spotlight an incredible open access article that members of the CanFASD team contributed to.
Article summary: strengths in youth with FASD and criminal legal system involvement
This study shows the transformative power of strengths-based approaches.
Black identity and FASD: addressing a critical research gap
We recently published an issue paper that summarizes what we know about the intersection of Black identity and FASD and what still needs more research, policy, and practice attention.
New Issue Paper: Folic Acid, Choline Supplementation and FASD
Emerging research suggests that use of micronutrient supplements during pregnancy, especially folic acid and choline, may mitigate the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure and support healthy pregnancies.
New Issue Paper: Employment and FASD
CanFASD recently released a new issue paper titled, Employment and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: An Updated Look at Strategies for Success. Below is a short summary.
Article Summary: Changes in Brain and Behaviour with Low Levels of PAE
Heavy prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) can affect children’s development. For example, heavy PAE is related to problems with behaviour and learning, which are likely caused by changes to the brain. However, we do not know much about how lower amounts of PAE affect children’s brains.
Article Summary #11: PAE and Developmental Programming of Mental Illness
There have been numerous research studies examining the impacts of high-dose alcohol consumption during pregnancy on postnatal development. However, there are not many studies on low and early dose effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on the offspring’s mental health.
Article Summary #10: Self-Regulation and Emotional Reactivity in Infants with Prenatal Exposure
Over the last 13 years, there has been a 127% increase in opioid use disorders during pregnancy. However, developmental challenges associated with prenatal substance exposure have been under-explored, with no prior studies examining the combined effects of opioids and alcohol use during pregnancy.