EDMONTON — On International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day, advocates warn shaming women may be doing more harm than good for at risk mothers and their babies. “When we focus on FASD as simply being woman drinks alcohol causes FASD, we do a disservice to women as well as to the infants. Prevention is not about telling women not to drink, it’s about supporting them so that they capacity to abstain from alcohol,” Rogozinsky said. “Resources are lacking for women who are pregnant and have substance abuse concerns, resources that are sensitive to their needs,” said Rogozinsky. With early diagnosis, intervention and one-on-one support, Rogozinsky said those with FASD can recognize differences in their cognitive abilities or behaviours before they cause much larger problems.

Source: thestar September 09, 2018 23:48 UTC