1. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Birth Defects At NOFAS NOFAS fetal alcohol syndrome. Mental retardation, birth defects, alcohol consumption. http://www.nofas.org/

Home Donate eStore Resources ... September 9th is International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Day The symbolic recognition of the nine months of pregnancy, the moment of nines: ninth minute, ninth hour, ninth day, ninth month is observed each year on September 9th as International FASD Day. FASD Day 2005 marks the 6th anniversary of the first International FASD Awareness Day. Families and caregivers from across the world will gather for events to raise awareness, so that the world will remember that during the nine months of pregnancy a woman should abstain from alcohol. Each week, a new issue is added to the site with the latest developments on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)... More Dr. Claire D. Coles is a leading researcher on FASD and teratogenic exposures during pregnancy. NOFAS honors Dr. Coles for her longstanding commitment to eliminating alcohol-related birth defects. More FASD in the News Moderate alcohol consumption affects pregnancy Study: Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Slows Cognitive Function ... Upcoming Events October 6, 2005 October 13, 2005

2. Texas Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Consortium Dedicated to prevention, education, and support. http://www.main.org/texasfasc/

Skip navigation The Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities appointed the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Consortium to address public awareness and education about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorders in Texas. Home About Us Meetings News/Events ... Site Map Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities 909 West 45th St. :: P.O. Box 12668 :: Austin, TX 78711-2668 e-mail: fasinfo@mhmr.state.tx.us Phone: 512-206-4544 :: FAX: 512-206-5064 Site last updated on August 15, 2003. Created by a berksan

3. FAS Community Resource Center Information about fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Hospitals report some 2700 cases annually of fetal alcohol syndrome. http://www.come-over.to/FASCRC/

About FAS-CRC FAS C ommunity R esource C enter Information about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Contact FAS-CRC Remember Nanette Fasstar Enterprises Training and Workshops WHAT'S NEW? Recent Additions and Updates Many articles added! FASDAY 2004 Events FASWORLD - FASDAY Damaged Angels New Book by Bonnie Buxton 2004 Teen-Adult Conference Camp Notes for Students Class Presentation ... 5 to 50 Minutes N E W ! Beautiful Smilles, Gentle Spirits New Book on FASD by Margaret Michaud Bridging the Information Gap FAS Facts What Is FAS? What is FASD? FAS Symptoms Let's Go Shopping! Help a young man with FAS FASFlight Inc If you think you have FASD FASD Lending Library NEW! New FAS Day Poster! FAS Presentations by Fasstar Enterprises Online Presentations Updated April 2005 Free Brochures Best Resources One-Page Printout: FAS in a Nutshell FAS and the Brain Updated Frequently FAS in the News and related news links Photo Feature John Grows Up FAS Simulation Test This is so cool! Homeschool Help Photos and Stories Online Support Groups Grieving the Loss of Our Dreams Updated Frequently Poetry on Stage FAS Teen Fun Fair Links to other sites on FAS Translate this page Indexed Files Surgeon General Advisory on Alcohol Use in Pregnancy ***** FASD Quote of the Day ***** "He so wants to be normal like everyone else and he's just not. He wants any other kind of reason than FASD!"

4. FAS/E Support Network Of B.C. Provides information, consultation, support, and training regarding fetal alcohol syndrome and its effects on individuals who live and work with affected individuals. http://www.fetalalcohol.com/

5. Fact Sheet - FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME A list of causes, and recommendations on how to handle alcohol and pregnancy. http://www.well.com/user/woa/fsfas.htm

Problem: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a pattern of mental and physical defects which develops in some unborn babies when the mother drinks too much alcohol during pregnancy. A baby born with FAS may be seriously handicapped and require a lifetime of special care. Some babies with alcohol-related birth defects, including smaller body size, lower birth weight, and other impairments, do not have all of the classic FAS symptoms. These symptoms are sometimes referred to as Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). Researchers do not all agree on the precise distinctions between FAS and FAE cases. Cause of the Problem: Alcohol in a pregnant woman's bloodstream circulates to the fetus by crossing the placenta. There, the alcohol interferes with the ability of the fetus to receive sufficient oxygen and nourishment for normal cell development in the brain and other body organs. Possible FAS Symptoms: Growth deficiencies: small body size and weight, slower than normal development and failure to catch up. Skeletal deformities: deformed ribs and sternum; curved spine; hip dislocations; bent, fused, webbed, or missing fingers or toes; limited movement of joints; small head.

6. FASFetalAlcohol Syndrome An accurate diagnosis of FAS or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), Those parenting FAS/FAE children need information about fetal alcohol syndrome in order to http://www.adopting.org/rwfas.html

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome What are the implications for adoptive parents? Patients with fetal alcohol syndrome typically have multiple handicaps and require special medical, educational, familial and community assistance. Their caretakers need medical information, peer support, financial assistance and respite care. Many children are alcohol exposed in utero but are placed as normal, healthy infants. These children may require lifelong, expensive, intensive care and intervention to reach their potential. Alcohol use and abuse affects us all. Society-at-large and the adoption community in particular must educate themselves to the very special needs of alcohol affected children. PATIENTS WITH FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME AND THEIR CARETAKERS Identifying Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) The potentially negative consequences of alcohol abuse during pregnancy have been suspected since biblical times. The relationship between maternal alcohol abuse during pregnancy and developmental birth defects is well-documented in psychological and medical literature. An accurate diagnosis of FAS or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), in which patients display partial effects of the syndrome and evidence many of the same problems as full-blown FAS, must be made by a doctor or geneticist. However, identification of children possibly affected by prenatal alcohol exposure can be carried out by professionals involved in service delivery. Characteristics of FAS/FAE Patients with FAS are of short stature, slight build, and have a small head. Typically they are below the third to tenth percentile compared to national norms. A pattern of dysmorphic facial features characterizes these persons as well, and include 1) short eye openings; 2) a short, upturned nose; 3) smooth area between the nose and mouth; and 4) a flat midface and thin upper lip. The facial patterns made FAS patients recognizable although not grossly malformed. In addition, these patients can display other physical anomalies including 1) minor joint and limb abnormalities; 2) cardiac defects; 3) dental anomalies; and 4) vision and hearing problems.

7. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome And Fetal Alcohol Effects How to prevent a child from being exposed to the risks of alcohol related problems. http://www.worldprofit.com/mafas.htm

Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) are caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Fetal Alcohol Effects and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome are ENTIRELY preventable simply by women refraining from drinking during their pregnancy. FAS and FAE are permanent and irreversible - YES! The effects last a lifetime! No cure - no treatment just a lifetime of pain for both the child and the family and results in significant cost to your community. Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) impair a child's lifetime ability to function mentally, physically and socially and to be the best that they can be. Effects can range from mild to moderate in the case of Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), to

8. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Emphasizing the education of expectant mothers in an attempt to reduce the number of occurrences of this preventable diagnosis. Lists symptoms, effects http://w3.ouhsc.edu/fas/

An educational web page maintained by "A Pregnant Pause," a public service organization dedicated to FAS education and prevention Our program is ending June 30, 2005. Thank you.

9. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - FAS By Anuppa Caleekal B.A., M.Sc. fetal alcohol syndrome FAS .. a review of contemporary research with implications for alcohol and prenatal education by Anuppa Caleekal BA, M.Sc. http://www.digitalism.org/hst/fetal.html

No image, text, or part of, may be duplicated without written permission. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome by Anuppa Caleekal B.A., M.Sc. Health Science and Technology Gallery www.digitalism.org and was later coined by Jones and Smith (1973) Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) lies at the extreme end of the continuum of alcohol effects on the fetus with heavy persistent maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy contributing most significantly to the full blown syndrome. Clinically, three areas are affected: (1) prenatal and/or postnatal growth retardation (e.g. infants shorter in length and less in weight); (2) Central Nervous System (CNS) damage such as permanent and irreversible brain damage, learning and behavioral disorders, deficits in memory and attention, hyperactivity, speech and language delays, poor coordination; (3) head and facial abnormalities (e.g. small head circumference and abnormally small eyes). Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) diagnosed children have deficits in some or one of the above three areas of FAS and their mothers were found to drink smaller daily amounts of alcohol than mothers who had FAS offspring. It is expected that FAS children will have some degree of mental impairment, ranging from minimal brain dysfunction to severe mental retardation. For every child identified with FAS, there are several others who are affected by alcohol exposure but who lack the full set of characteristics of FAS. FAE is more common than FAS and is estimated to be 3-10 times that of those diagnosed with full FAS.

10. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Even before pregnancy begins, nutrition is a primary factor in the health of mother and baby. Learn about folate, fetal alcohol syndrome and important http://www.seekwellness.com/nutrition/fetal_alcohol_syndrome.htm

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11. The State Of Alaska - Office Of FAS Provides screening and assessment, resource materials, and information on support groups in the Alaska area. http://www.hss.state.ak.us/fas/

State of Alaska Public Notice myAlaska Call for workshops and presentations FAS Summit 2005: Honoring Our Past, Shaping Our Future Click Here FAS Awareness Day 2005! September 9, 2005. See what's happening around the state. ~ For more info, click here Juneau Justice/Treatment Interface Presented by Dan Dubovsky ~ For more info, click here Results from the Four 2005 FAS Regional Summits. ~ For more info, click here Call for Proposals: 15th Annual Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference: Perspectives and Snapshots. February 18-24, 2006. Anchorage, Alaska. Deadline for proposals is Sept 16, 2005. ~ For more info, click here March of Dimes - Alaska Chapter. 2006 Request for Proposals: Announcement of Funding ~ For more info, click here The Call for Presentations for the 23rd Annual Alaska Health Summit to be held Nov. 28 - Dec. 2nd in Anchorage is now underway, with proposals to be reviewed beginning in June 2005 through August 2005. All speakers will need to have completed the Presenter Forms by August 15, 2005.

12. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome And Fetal Alcohol Effects You can help prevent fetal alcohol syndrome! http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

13. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Learning Disabilities, Birth Defects At NOFAS NOFAS fetal alcohol syndrome birth defects, brain damage. Learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental disabilities. http://www.nofas.org/family/facts.aspx

Home Donate eStore Resources ... Link to us More Information Facts about FAS/FASD Pregnant? Expecting to be? -What you need to know Find addiction treatment center Calendar of Events ... Web Resources Facts About FAS/FASD Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a set of physical and mental birth defects that results when a mother drinks alcohol during her pregnancy. When a pregnant woman drinks any alcohol, such as beer, wine, or mixed drinks, so does her baby. Alcohol passes through the placenta right into the developing baby. The baby may suffer lifelong damage as a result. FAS is characterized by brain damage, facial deformities, and growth deficits. Heart, liver, and kidney defects are also common, as are vision and hearing problems. Individuals with FAS have difficulties with learning, attention, memory, and problem solving. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) is an umbrella term describing the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. These effects may include physical, mental, behavioral, and/or learning disabilities with possible lifelong implications. The term FASD is not intended for use as a clinical diagnosis. FAQs Can I drink alcohol when I am pregnant?

14. FAS: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Resources for information. http://come-over.to/FAS/

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Everything you need to know about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders! This site is sponsored by the FAS Community Resource Center The following Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are caused by drinking alcohol during pregnancy: FAS: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Symptoms include small head/body, facial characteristics, brain damage FAE: Fetal Alcohol Effects Symptoms usually not visible, such as behavior disorders, attention deficits ARBD: Alcohol Related Birth Defects Anomalies such as heart defects, sight/hearing problems, joint anomalies, etc. ARND: Alcohol Related Neurodevelopmental Disorders Disorders such as attention deficits, behavior disorders, obsessive/compulsive disorder, etc. FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders All of the disorders named above are contained in the spectrum. Full FAS comprises only about 10% of the spectrum. The other 90% may have fewer physical symptoms but are at greater risk for developing serious secondary conditions later. (Streissguth, 1997) FAS is the leading cause of mental retardation in western civilization.

15. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Birth Defects At NOFAS NOFAS fetal alcohol syndrome. Mental retardation, birth defects, alcohol consumption. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

16. FAS Diagnostic & Prevention Network: WA State Located in Seattle, WA., this organization diagnosis and works with children diagnosed with this disorder. http://depts.washington.edu/fasdpn/

NEW (2004) 4-Digit Diagnostic Code FAS Prevention: Evidence of Success FASD Diagnostic Outcomes by Region 4-Digit Online Course open for Registration This website performs most optimally when viewed with Internet Explorer.

17. FASlink - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Information, Communications And Support Link fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), Alcohol Related Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ARND), Static Encephalopathy (alcohol exposed) (SE) http://www.acbr.com/fas/

18. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Provides information, consultation, support, and training regarding fetal alcohol syndrome and its effects on individuals who live and work with http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

19. FASlink - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Link For Information And Support fetal alcohol syndrome. An individual’s place, and success, in society is almost entirely determined by neurological functioning. Drinking alcohol during http://www.acbr.com/fas/fasmain.htm

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders A neurologically injured child is unable to meet the expectations of parents, family, peers, school, career and can endure a lifetime of failures. The largest cause of neurological damage in children is prenatal exposure to alcohol. These children grow up to become adults. Often the neurological damage goes undiagnosed, but not unpunished. They can become the forgotten kids - the children that have nearly invisible disabilities. They have their arms and legs, can see and hear, run, play, etc., but most have never been to a birthday party or a sleepover.. they are last to be chosen to play, and first to be blamed. Their illnesses aren't fatal, but a small part of their hearts and souls die with every rejection. Their behaviors may seem odd or unpredictable to themselves as much as society. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ( FAS ), Fetal Alcohol Effects ( FAE ), Partial Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (pFAS), Alcohol Related Neurodevelopmental Disorders (

20. Federation Of Invisible Disabilities A Canadian nonprofit organization supporting people with invisible disabilities such as learning disabilities, brain injuries, autism, add, adhd, fetal alcohol syndrome, autism and dyslexia. http://www.fids.bc.ca

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