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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
Definition:
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are a group of diagnosable medical conditions that can occur in a person who was exposed to alcohol before birth. Effects are lifelong and can include mental health conditions, learning disabilities, sensory issues, and physical manifestations such as heart defects, hearing and visual impairments, and more. Students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders often have challenging school experiences. There are unique experiences associated with having an FASD, such as difficulties with memory, executive functioning, and emotional regulation. There are also significant impacts from stigma, misunderstanding and lack of appropriate interventions and support in the educational setting. (FASD United)
FASD Prevalence and Facts: The Infographics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that at least 1 in 20 U.S. school children may be affected by a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). For more information from the CDC.
Technical Assistance
Technical Assistance: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) (PDF)
Professional Development
FASD Professional Development Page
- Understanding the Brain Learning Series
- 8 Magic Keys - Video
- Education and FASD Toolkit
- Challenging Behavior and Executive Function Modules
- Level 2 Brain Injury Training Modules
Resources
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Online Learning for
Students with BI/FASD
FASD United is a great national resource for all things FASD. They have a great Toolbox with ideas for sharing awareness for September FASDUnited.org
Illuminate Colorado is a great local resource for FASD. They also have a Toolbox with ideas for education and awareness. Illuminate Colorado FASD
Another great resource for educators is the CDC FASD website. Please be sure to look for educator resources. CDC FASD EDUCATOR RESOURCES
- Parent Resources
- Educator Resources
- Organizations
For more information, please contact:
Jody Dickerson
Brain Injury Specialist
Email Jody Dickerson
(720) 795-2273
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