Category Archive

New Issue Paper: Employment and FASD

canfasdblogOctober 18, 2023Article Summaries, CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

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.

New resource on FASD and mental health just launched

canfasdblogOctober 11, 2023CanFASD Announcements, CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

Yesterday was World Mental Health Day. The objective is to raise awareness of mental health issues and to encourage efforts that support mental health. In light of this event, we are excited to release the FASD and Mental Health Resource and Practice Guide.

Consommation de substances auprès des jeunes atteints du TSAF

canfasdblogAugust 30, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

Tomorrow is International Overdose Awareness Day. Substance use by individuals with FASD is becoming an increasing concern.

Introducing the Housing Service Provider Toolkit

canfasdblogAugust 9, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

It can be difficult for people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to find and maintain safe and secure housing. That’s why researchers created a new resource to help us better understand housing and FASD and to find innovative, research-based solutions.

August 2023 Webinar Update

canfasdblogJuly 19, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

The summer is in full swing and we hope everyone is enjoying the longer days and warmer weather. CanFASD will not be hosting a webinar this August but we will be back in September.

New Issue Paper: Why FASD Diagnostic Assessment is Important

canfasdblogJune 28, 2023CanFASD Research and Publications, DiagnosisLeave a Comment

CanFASD recently released a new issue paper, Why FASD Diagnostic Assessment is Important. Below is a short summary.

Last call to participate in our study on strengths!

canfasdblogJune 14, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

Our research study on strengths in adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is closing at the end of June. There are just over two weeks left for you to participate! 

CanFASD’s 2022-2023 Annual Report

canfasdblogJune 7, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

This past year has been full of exciting, and meaningful progress in the FASD community!

Substance Use in Youth with FASD

canfasdblogMay 3, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

Last year we successfully applied for increased funding to continue our study. This time we’re focusing on supporting youth with FASD in substance use treatment.

Build a better foundation with our online FASD Courses!

canfasdblogApril 19, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

CanFASD has nine different online learning courses available to improve professional and community understanding of FASD.