Understanding FASD: Essentials for Mental Health Practitioners

In this course, Prue Walker, BSW, MA, Churchill Fellow, introduces FASD (Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) and shares the prevalence rates and risk factors for various regions. The range of effects of prenatal alcohol exposure is extensive, and affected individuals suffer the impact throughout their lifespan, as Walker details. She lists the diagnostic criteria but also explains why recognition of the disorder is difficult. Consequently, many interventions do not work; Walker discusses which interventions, strategies, and supports are helpful and outlines numerous resources for further study.