FASD Uncovered: Why It Matters in Foster Care

Description:

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) are brain-based conditions caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. Though more common than autism, FASD often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed—especially in foster care. Children with FASD may struggle with memory, emotional regulation, impulse control, and understanding cause and effect. These challenges are not always visible, but they impact daily functioning and relationships in profound ways. This webinar will help foster parents understand the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on brain development and behavior, providing a clear foundation for recognizing the signs of FASD in the children they care for.

Objectives:

• Explore the risk factors associated with prenatal exposure to alcohol, illicit drugs, and tobacco.

• Define FASD and explain the connection between brain impairments and observable behaviors.

Format: Live Zoom (once registered you will find a link on the online event page)

Accommodations: Please email us directly with any special accommodations you may need at swkce@msu.edu

Contact Info: swkce@msu.edu

Presenter: Barb Clark

FASD/Behavior Consultant, BIS Youth Studies, Sociology & English