Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the spectrum of disabilities
(and diagnoses) associated with prenatal exposure to alcohol. FASD is not itself a diagnostic term; rather the
diagnoses under the FASD umbrella include Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), partial FAS (pFAS), Alcohol-Related
Neuro-developmental Disorder (ARND), and Alcohol-Related Birth Defects (ARBD).

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is described as birth defects caused by alcohol use during pregnancy. The effects
of prenatal alcohol exposure on the developing fetus are dependent on the amount of alcohol consumed, and the
pattern and frequency of drinking. The three traits that identify FAS are:

Prenatal and/or postnatal growth retardation

Central nervous system deficits

Characteristic facial features

Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) describes the presence of some, but not all FAS characteristics. FAE is not
necessarily a milder form of FAS but can be as severe.

Causes/Conditions

Prenatal exposure to alcohol can cause:

Intellectual deficits and learning disabilities

Physical disabilities including heart defects, cleft lip and palate, spina bifida, cysts or cavities in the brain,
vision problems, kidney problems, liver defects, hernia, seizure disorders, skeletal problems

Hyperactivity

Attention and/or memory deficits

Inability to manage anger

Difficulties with problem solving

Potential secondary conditions can include:

Early school drop out

Alcohol and drug use

Problems securing and maintaining employment

Homelessness

Trouble with the law

Mental health problems

What are the Numbers?

Prevalence rates of FAS in New Brunswick are estimated to be 0.5-2.0 per 1,000 births. It is estimated
there are more than 1400 New Brunswickers with FAS.

There are much higher rates for all effects of prenatal alcohol exposure10/1,000 births (1%) In New
Brunswick it is estimated that 7492 people have prenatal alcohol exposure.

It is estimated there are 8 FAS births and 70 FAE births in NB every year.

One Canadian study has estimated the lifetime cost of FAS to be $1.5 million per person. This amount
includes only direct medical, educational and social service costs; it does not include the cost of potential
consequences such as loss of productivity, crime and incarceration.

Who To Contact

Should you have questions regarding FAS or FAE, please consult a reputable web site such as the Canadian
Centre for Substance Abuse (www.ccsa.ca).

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Introduction \| Moderation \| Buying for Minors \| Youth \| Campus Life \| CHECK 25 \| FASD Impaired Driving \| Responsible Hosting \| Student Survival Guide \| Related Links Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the spectrum of disabilities (and diagnoses) associated with prenatal exposure to alcohol. FASD is not itself a diagnostic term; rather the diagnoses under the FASD umbrella include Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), partial FAS (pFAS), Alcohol-Related Neuro-developmental Disorder (ARND), and Alcohol-Related Birth Defects (ARBD). Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is described as birth defects caused by alcohol use during pregnancy. The effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on the developing fetus are dependent on the amount of alcohol consumed, and the pattern and frequency of drinking. The three traits that identify FAS are: Prenatal and/or postnatal growth retardation Central nervous system deficits Characteristic facial features Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) describes the presence of some, but not all FAS characteristics. FAE is not necessarily a milder form of FAS but can be as severe. Causes/Conditions Prenatal exposure to alcohol can cause: Intellectual deficits and learning disabilities Physical disabilities including heart defects, cleft lip and palate, spina bifida, cysts or cavities in the brain, vision problems, kidney problems, liver defects, hernia, seizure disorders, skeletal problems Hyperactivity Attention and/or memory deficits Inability to manage anger Difficulties with problem solving Potential secondary conditions can include: Early school drop out Alcohol and drug use Problems securing and maintaining employment Homelessness Trouble with the law Mental health problems What are the Numbers? Prevalence rates of FAS in New Brunswick are estimated to be 0.5-2.0 per 1,000 births. It is estimated there are more than 1400 New Brunswickers with FAS. There are much higher rates for all effects of prenatal alcohol exposure10/1,000 births (1%) In New Brunswick it is estimated that 7492 people have prenatal alcohol exposure. It is estimated there are 8 FAS births and 70 FAE births in NB every year. One Canadian study has estimated the lifetime cost of FAS to be $1.5 million per person. This amount includes only direct medical, educational and social service costs; it does not include the cost of potential consequences such as loss of productivity, crime and incarceration. Who To Contact Should you have questions regarding FAS or FAE, please consult a reputable web site such as the Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse (www.ccsa.ca). Back To Top...

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