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Assessing fasd in young children: Exploring clinical complexities and diagnostic challenges

Abstract

Background Children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) experience a range of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Early assessment, diagnosis, and intervention are critical protective factors against adverse outcomes in FASD. However, FASD evaluations can be challenging in preschoolers and limited guidance is available to inform practice. Objectives We sought to describe the clinical presentation of preschool aged children …

Authors

McLachlan K; Andrew G; Pei J; Rasmussen C

Journal

Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, Vol. 22, No. 1, pp. e108–e124

Publication Date

April 28, 2015

ISSN

1710-6222