ADHD and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
...Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders(FASD) i.e Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Alcohol Related Neurodevelopmental Disorder (ARND). The book particularly addresses the co-occurring presence of ADHD in patients with FASD. The authors are all experienced professionals from a wide range of disciplines...
Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD): A Comprehensive Guide for Pre-K - 8 Educators
...3 - Effects of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol on Brain Development and Postnatal Function Chapter 4 - The FASD Student and the Classroom Chapter 5 - The FASD Student and Learning Issues Chapter 6 - The FASD Student and Behavioural Issues Chapter 7 - Case Study 1 Chapter 8 - Case Study...
Teaching for the Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Grades 1 – 12: A Resource for Teachers of Health and Life Skills, and Career and Life Management
...of the effects and characteristics of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) through learning activities that teachers can incorporate into the health and life skills programs. It provides strategies, activities and student information sheets focusing on the prevention of alcohol use and...
FASD Relationships: What I Have learned About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
...book has 9 chapters: FASD 101: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder for a General Audience Interview with Myles Himmelreich DVD Power Point Slides Relevant FASD brain biology differences Music and FASD Insights from FASD Stakeholders Interpersonal Affiliation Systems and FASD Genetics and...
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD): Across the Lifespan
...structured around 6 key questions: What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and how is it diagnosed? Do we know the prevalence and incidence of FASD in different populations and can reporting be improved? What are the consequences of FASD for individuals, their families, and society? How can...
Understanding Mental Health: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
...estimated 40,000 children are born with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in the United States each year. The impacts on school and family, and social life are immense. FASDs are a group of disorders and conditions that occur in people whose mothers drank alcohol during pregnancy. This useful...
9 Lives, Full Circle
...is brain damage caused by prenatal exposure to alcohol. Josh must find a way to manage his disability and achieve his dreams. The novel is written for preteens, teenagers, young adults, and those with low reading skills and is appropriate for individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum...
So You Have Been Diganosed with FASD Now What? – A handbook of hopeful strategies for youth and young adults
...young people with FASD learn more about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). It also offers strategies that those with FASD can use to better understand themselves, improve relationships, manage feelings, do better in school and live a healthy life. Includes information, strategies, several...
Reach to Teach: Educating Elementary and Middle School Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
...and others in the educational system. Very useful for classroom assistants. Order Hard copy: Printed copies can be ordered free of charge from SAMHSA’s National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI). Note: you cannot order on-line from Canada – fax your order with contact...
Research-based Interventions for Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Revealing the Gap
...close to 17,000 articles/studies, the authors concluded that there is limited scientific evidence upon which to draw recommendations regarding interventions for children and youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Comments Premji, et al conducted a systematic review to identify research-based...
Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: A Guide to FASD for Parents, Carers, and Professionals
...a comprehensive section on what FASD is and the alcohol effects on the developing brain. It then moves on to a section on assessment and diagnosis, which is then followed by a strategies/supports section. Finally, the book provides suggestions/recommendations regarding future policy and...
What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
...and youth with FASD. Download PDF What Parent and Caregivers Need to Know About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
What Educators Need to Know About FASD: Working Together to Educate Children in Manitoba with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
...from Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effects: A Resource Guide for Teachers (B.C. Ministry of Education). Many strategies, case study type stories. Manual format. Order Hard copy: free (except for shipping charges); call Healthy Child Manitoba 1-204-945-2266 or email...
Re: defining Success: A team approach to supporting students with FASD
...and "Individual Student Support Plan" This strategy guide is for mentors, support workers and coaches who are working with school-aged children and youth who are affected by Fetal Alcohol Specturm Disorder. This guide complements the Alberta Education resource for teachers, Teaching...
Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effects: A Resource Guide for Teachers
...effective strategies. Many case studies. 8 x 11 handbook format. Download PDF fetal-alcohol-syndrome.pdf
The Newly Non-Drinking Girl’s Guide to Pregnancy
...advice on how to survive-if-not-thrive without alcohol while pregnant. From practical information on alcohol and pregnancy to fun advice on surviving birthdays and finding sobriety support at home, this is the perfect book for anyone who finds herself pregnant. Includes 50 fun recipes for...
9 Lives Learning Opportunity Guides
...background information to open dialogues about alcohol, pregnancy, family, adoption, diversity and drugs, while raising awareness of Fetal Alcohol Specturm Disorders. Learners examine such themes as: sensitivity and tolerance, diversity, special needs, disabiltities, foster care, adoption, love,...
9 Lives, Cat Tales
...behavioural challenges due to early exposure to alcohol, begin to emerge. The novel is written for preteens, teenagers, young adults, and those with low reading skills and is appropriate for individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and their parents, teachers, therapists, and...
Collaborative Initiative on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (CIFASD)
...interventions and treatment approaches for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), through multidisciplinary research involving basic, behavioral and clinical investigators and projects. Contents Information about their key research projects, including animal studies and 3-D facial...
Alcohol Effects on Developing Brain
Explains the effects of prenatal exposure to alcohol (a teratogen) on the developing fetus. Enhances understanding of students with FASD; this condition is life-long and brain-based so we must make appropriate, individual accommodations.
Educating Children and Young People with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
...chapters) Chapter 2 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: history, diagnosis, cause, and prevalence Chapter 3 - Understanding how fetal alchol spectrum disorders impact on learning Chapter 4 - A teaching and learning framework to support children and young people with...
Making the Right Choices: A Grade 5 – 8 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention Curriculum
...booklets: Jeremy and Joey: a story about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (Lisa Braun; 15 pages) Jo-lyn’s Island (Gerard Bierne; 15 pages) Comments Hole punched. All the teaching resources and overheads required for instruction are included. Target audience: teachers. To Order Hard copy: cost is $25.00...
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Management and Policy Pespectives of FASD
...of FASD. Contents Introduction: Prenatal Alcohol Exposure FAS FASD Six Parts: Incidence, Prevalence, and Economic Aspects of FASD Causes and Diagnosing of FASD Prevention Policies and Programs FASD and the Legal System Research Needed on FASD Personal Views from People Living with...
Tough Kids and Substance Abuse: a drug awareness program for children with ARND, FAS, FAE and cognitive disabilities
...related to educating this group of youth about alcohol, inhalant and other drug issues. The resource book is divided into four units: Where Do We Begin? Assessing Students’ Knowledge (5 lessons) How Does Substance Abuse Affect the Body? (3 lessons) What are Feelings? (3 lessons) Personalized...
The Meaning of and the Use of “Structure”
...my work with persons with autism, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities I am often asked to explain how to provide “structure.” The dictionary definition of “structure” as a noun is “the way in which parts are arranged or put together to form a...
Programming for Students with Special Needs Book 10: Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Building Strengths, Creating Hope
Contents What is FASD? Key concepts for planning effective education programs Creating a positive classroom climate Responding to students' needs Appendices: worksheets, handouts Comments Note: be sure to also download the "Sample Professional Development Activities" which includes facilitator notes
Talking About Special Education: Volume 2: Talking About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: An Information Handbook
Contents What is FASD? FASD identification Understanding people with FASD Basic needs of persons with FASD Teaching students with FASD Supporting behavioural changes Sample IEP ... and much more Order Hard copy: www.fnesc.ca $3.00 (Can.) Download PDF FASD Booklet
Why Some People with Fetal Alcohol Exposure Don't "Get Better"!
Excerpt: Why is a supportive environment, positive modelling and "behavior management" with reinforcement for appropriate behavior, and negative consequences for inappropriate behavior sometimes just not effective in altering behavior patterns? Download PDF dontgetbetter.pdf
Making a Difference: Working with Students who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Contents 14 chapters Introduction: explains FASD, diagnosis and who is at risk Essential Elements: each “element” is a separate chapter that includes strategies and stories related to the topic Meeting the Challenge Families and FASD Trying a different approach Establishing structure Observing b
Why Some People Can "Say" or "Talk" More Then THey Can Understand and Remember
...Quite the opposite is often the case for a person who has experienced pre-natal exposure to alcohol. Download PDF saytalkmore.pdf
Who Has to Change? Trying Their Hardest, Doing Their Best!
...and support persons of individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) are sometimes faced with episodes of extreme behavior. The first instinct we all follow is to use ‘common sense’ methods for controlling the disruptive behavior of any child. In many ways, children with FASD...
What is FASD?
To improve the educational success of learners with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum (FASD), we have to understand FASD. This eLearning video shares current research and explains the common language of FASD in order to help you develop a better understanding of how this condition may affect learning.
Trying Differently Rather Than Harder
Contents What is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome? Reframing perceptions from "won't" to "can't" Applications for the classroom Examples of behavioural characteristics and effective adaptations Comments, questions and resources Order Hard copy: FASCETS Inc at 503-621-1271; $20.00 (US) or www.fascets.org Also...
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: A Collection of Information
Contents The book has 14 sections and includes topics such as Context, Identification, Diagnostic Criteria, Understanding FASD as a Physical Disorder with Behavioural Symptoms, A Question of Fit, Trying Differently Rather than Harder, Thinking Differently and Putting it All Together. There are many
Communication - Strategies That Work!
This video highlights ten strategies that will enhance your communication with all learners in the class, including those with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Aboriginal Approaches: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Contents Major articles Healing with a Deep Heart – story of how the Ktuxana and Kinbasket people of BC decided to address the suggested high rates of FASD through the Community Healing and Intervention Program that is designed around a Medicine Wheel Support, Education and Healing – story of wo
9 Lives, I Will Survive
...is appropriate for individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and their parents, teachers, therapists, and social workers. Due to the sensitivity of issues raised, prescreening is recommended. As this novel is set in the United States, some references have an American historical...
FASD & Stigma: Why Do Pregnant Women Drink?
A woman’s decision to consume alcohol during pregnancy is highly stigmatized. This video takes a rare and respectful look at the individual circumstances that surround the choice to drink.
FASD Strategies, not Solutions
This booklet is designed for caregivers and professionals who, in their everyday lives, encounter children and youth affected with FASD. Readers should be aware that this booklet provides strategies and suggestions for people who already have an understanding of FASD. For ease of reading, the child
Information for Administrators Brochure
An informative brochure designed to provide Administrators with key information regarding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Download PDF Information for Administrators Brochure
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Educational Strategies
Contents Section 1 - Educating Students with an FASD Section 2- Functional Assessment Section 3 - Environmental Modification Section 4 - Communication Section 5 - Executive Functions Section 6 - Brain-based Teaching Methods Section 7 - Social Skills and Behaviour Comments Great section on executive
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and Complex Trauma - A resource for educators
This unique and useful resource is designed to support schools, educators, community members who work in schools with students with FASD and complex trauma. The resource was written for educators and communities in Western Australia but it translates well to the Canadian context. This resource is di
The Kids in My Class II: Students with Low Incidence Special Needs in regular classrooms
...Challenges or Serious Mental Illness Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Other Syndromes Each section has a description, definition, characteristics, instructional strategies and behavioural strategies; some also have environmental strategies, case studies and supports/interventions. Internet...