2014
| Author | McLean, Sara; McDougall, Stewart |
|---|---|
| Date | 2014 |
| Source/Publisher | Australian Institute of Family Studies, Child Family Community Australia, 29 |
| Download | Download Full Text |
| Subjects | Drugs and alcohol |
This is a useful introductory resource highlighting the need for a government policy response to Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). FASD may be more prevalent in indigenous communities due to factors such as low socio-economic status and lack of nutrition. The effects on the child include cognitive and developmental delays and can lead to trouble with the law. Education is important for women, caregivers, medical and allied health professionals for prevention and management of what is essentially a hidden disease. Education strategies in indigenous communities should be culturally sensitive considering the needs and fears of Aboriginal women, ensuring a no blame or shame approach.
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