“An observational study investigated the impact of prenatal substance exposure on children’s mental health. However, when environment and genetic factors were considered, many of these associations weakened. The only exception was prenatal exposure to alcohol.”
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In a recent study published in the journal Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), researchers aimed to guide the development and subsequent implementation of anti-substance use policies. To this end, this study investigated the motivations of substance use amongst American adolescents and the persons with whom they use these substances. Results reveal that stress-related motivators, including seeking to feel ‘calm’ or ‘mellow’ and experimentation, were the most often reported triggers for substance use in adolescents aged 13 to 18 years.
Read more of the study, here!
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April 11-14, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.
Join us for the 9th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with FASD. Building on the work of eight previous conferences, we aim to examine relevant global research, programs and policies. We hope you can join us at this interactive conference and be at the forefront of addressing these relevant global issues. FASD United has taken on the task of putting on this unique global FASD conference.
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“A study recently published examines the connection between exposure to alcohol while in the womb and old-age mortality. In the study, Fletcher and research affiliate in UW’s Center for Demography of Health and Aging Hamid Noghanibehambari focus on alcohol exposure in-utero, or in the womb, specifically targeting the period of the federal alcohol ban in the U.S.”
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“Mollie O'Brien is the Executive Director of Proof Alliance and as we wrap up "Dry January" she joins podcast host Jason DeRusha of "DriveTime with DeRusha" to spread the word about FASD.”
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“This review aims to provide a narrative approach to the scientific literature on the history, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of FASDs… This review covers different aspects of FASDs regarding the concept of the umbrella term and public health, somatic, and psychiatric perspectives. FASD management remains an obstacle to health professionals, and mental health problems are underestimated.”
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