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“Igniting aspirations for future projects”: Canada FASD Conference

canfasdblogOctober 23, 2024Conferences and EventsLeave a Comment

As a doctoral student, the opportunity to attend conferences holds immense value, allowing me to not only disseminate my research but also gain valuable insights from other presenters and attendees.

Updated Substance Use Treatment Guide Launched which includes special considerations for youth

canfasdblogApril 17, 2024CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the latest version of the Moving Towards FASD-Informed Care In Substance Use Treatment guide.

Supporting Addictions Recovery Among Women and Girls with Complex Needs

canfasdblogNovember 22, 2023CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

This week is National Addictions Awareness Week, and today we’re sharing a timely study recently published in the journal, Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment.

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.

What’s Happening in FASD Research?

canfasdblogMay 10, 2023CanFASD AnnouncementsLeave a Comment

There’s a lot on the go right now in the realm of FASD research… Read on to find out what’s happening in FASD research right now!

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.

New Course on Substance Use Treatment and FASD

canfasdblogMarch 8, 2023UncategorizedLeave a Comment

Substance Use and Treatment in FASD is a Level II online training course designed to support substance use and addictions professionals when treating individuals with FASD.

FASD Online Learning Opportunities this Holiday Season

canfasdblogDecember 21, 2022UncategorizedLeave a Comment

In total over 30,000 people have taken our online courses, which is incredible. Here are a few course updates to share with you before the holiday season!

Substance Use Treatment with People with FASD

canfasdblogNovember 23, 2022CanFASD Research and PublicationsLeave a Comment

It is National Addictions Awareness Week. In celebration, we wanted to share a little bit about a project we are working on to improve substance use treatment in individuals with FASD.