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National focus on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders welcomedLeading researchers into the effects of alcohol in pregnancy have thrown their support behind the recommendations of a national Inquiry into FASD.
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New study confirms link between alcohol and birth defectsNew study confirms link between alcohol and birth defects
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First Nations Health and EquityAboriginal health is everyone's business. The needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and kids is integrated into all relevant areas of our work. Improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids and families is an overarching priority for every team at The Kids.
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Disability "In-Justice": Benefits and Challenges of "Yarning" With Young People Undergoing Diagnostic Assessment for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Youth DetentionWe report the findings from a qualitative study that took place alongside a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) prevalence study among detainees in Australia
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Challenges in Accurately Assessing Prenatal Alcohol Exposure in a Study of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in a Youth Detention CenterAccurately assessing prenatal alcohol consumption is exceptionally challenging when assessed retrospectively as part of a FASD assessment for a young person sentenced to detention
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Reducing harms related to alcohol use in pregnancy – policy and practice recommendationsThis issues brief outlines opportunities for change to support reduction of harms related to alcohol use in pregnancy
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Health professionals addressing alcohol use with pregnant women in Western AustraliaHealth professionals have an important role to play in preventing prenatal alcohol exposure
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Prenatal alcohol exposure and educational achievement in children aged 8-9 yearsThis study examines the relationships between the dose, pattern, and timing of prenatal alcohol exposure and achievement in reading, writing, spelling,...