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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: a social worker's guide for prevention and intervention
- Authors:
- KOTRLA Kimberly, MARTIN Sarah
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 7(5), 2009, pp.494-507.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Alcohol use during pregnancy can lead to a variety of cognitive, emotional and behavioural problems, collectively known as foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Approximately 40,000 infants affected by FASD are born each year in the United States. Despite warnings on the dangers of drinking while pregnant and the existence of effective screening tools, many women at risk of alcohol misuse during pregnancy fail to be identified. The authors suggest that social workers are uniquely qualified to screen and intervene with this client group. Screening tools and additional resources for social workers practicing in health care settings with women of childbearing age, as well as with families affected by FASD, are discussed.