Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and fetal alcohol effects (FAE) are also referred to as fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). It encompasses any alcohol-related birth defects which are preventable. The identification and implementation of effective prevention strategies has focused on many areas ranging from educating pregnant women and alcoholic beverage warning labels to improving opportunities for those affected by FASD.
This information pack has been expanded and updated to provide even more links to relevant statistics, research papers, and background information, as well as prevention programs targeted at pregnant women.
Background Information
General and Historical Information
Laws/Policies
Bills, Codes, Court Cases & Sample Policies
Statistics
Canada; USA; International
Publications
Further Readings & Resources