In this webinar, we will learn more about executive function and other common challenges in early childhood, the importance of quality caregiving, strategies for self-regulation in young children, as well as resources that are currently available to support families. Our speakers include experts in paediatrics, psychology, and early childhood development, and a caregiver with lived experience of raising a child with FASD.
When it comes to FASD prevention, awareness and management, men play a vital role. Whether as partners supporting an alcohol-free pregnancy, or as fathers raising children with FASD, mentors to young people, or peers and role models, men are important in many arenas. In this live panel event, originally aired on 29 September 2022, our expert panel explored the special role that men play in families and communities, as well as the difficulties that men face.
An insight into Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in Australia. Hear the stories of parents & carers along with the health professionals helping those with FASD lead fulfilling lives.
Gold Coast paediatrician Dr Doug Shelton shares his journey moving from ignorance to knowledge about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Dr Shelton now heads up one the leading FASD assessment clinics in Australia.
Telethon Kids Institute researchers have developed 3 videos to assist GPs to understand the importance of asking pregnant women about alcohol use. This is video 1 of the series which explains Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and why it is important for GP’s to ask pregnant women or women planning a pregnancy about their alcohol use.
Our thanks go to the remarkable families who gave their time and invited us into their homes, school and life. Their stories are testament to their hardwork, dedication, love and resilience in bringing up these children and young people.
We also acknowledge the expertise and professionalism of the health professionals who gave us their time to film in their clinics and offices.
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