“Fathers-to-be are being encouraged to join the slowly increasing trend of those going alcohol free in solidarity with their pregnant partners. Men who have abstained say it made them feel closer to their partners on the journey to parenthood.”
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“The results support that heavy prenatal ethanol exposure (PE) leads to persistent anxiety-like behavior during adulthood in both sexes. This conclusion is supported by using multiple parameters of exploratory behavior.”
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“The Fort Bragg Army Substance Abuse Program recognized the need to do something innovative to connect with the younger audience. “When it came time to plan for Alcohol Awareness Month this year, we really wanted to try something new to grab the attention of our younger Soldiers,” explained Katrina Kilmartin-Baucom, ASAP prevention coordinator.”
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This documentary film is produced by the Alaska Center for FASD and features the stories of seven adults living with FASD sharing their keys to success. One young woman says, “Without my self-advocacy, I wouldn’t be as strong and independent as I am now.”
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“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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This year, a wide range of organizations have a variety of campaigns and messages on the topic of alcohol and public health, including the topic of alcohol and pregnancy, and includes many partners of FASD United, including NIAAA, CDC, and others.
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