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NIH Study Reveals Shared Genetic Markers Underlying Substance Use Disorders

“By combing through genomic data of over 1 million people, scientists have identified genes commonly inherited across addiction disorders, regardless of the substance being used. This dataset – one of the largest of its kind – may help reveal new treatment targets across multiple substance use disorders.”

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CDC Web Feature on Alcohol Use During Pregnancy and FASDs

 

“In recognition of April being Alcohol Awareness Month, CDC has an updated web feature highlighting resources that are available to help prevent alcohol use during pregnancy and provide care for children with FASDs and their families.”

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Exposure to Alcohol Through Breastmilk Affects Brain and Behavioral Development

 “Exposure to alcohol through a mother’s breastmilk can have serious and lasting implications for brain and behavioral development in children. Researchers found alcohol exposure via breastmilk resulted in smaller body and brain growth and decreased cortical length in mouse models.”

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Adults Needed For FASD Mobile Health App Feasibility Trial

 

Are you 18 years or older and been diagnosed with FASD or known prenatal alcohol exposure? You may qualify for this study. University of Rochester's researchers are partnering with the Adult Leadership Collaborative of the FASD Changemakers to develop a new app for adults with FASD.

This app provides resources, tools, and information to improve physical health and quality of life for adults with FASD or known prenatal alcohol exposure. Participate in a feasibility study to try the app to give feedback on how well it works and receive monetary compensation.

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AAP Video: Important Factors Teenagers Should Consider Before Drinking

 

 “AAP has a partnership with YouTube to develop a series of videos focused on adolescent mental health. The campaign, #MentalHealthMattersAAP, aims to empower and educate teens about mental health, well-being, and overall health by providing them with straightforward, medically accurate video content. The most recent video is focused on alcohol use prevention.”

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Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Linked to Gender-Specific Adversities

 


“A new study identified sex-specific differences in neurodevelopment and health-related disorders in children who were exposed to alcohol while in the womb. Prenatal alcohol exposure increased female children’s risk of developing depression and anxiety, while in males, prenatal alcohol exposure increased the risk of ADHD, conduct disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder.”

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