Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

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The paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes how fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is diagnosed, and the effects of FAS both physically and mentally on children and adults. The paper discusses how fetal alcohol syndrome is a pervasive disease that affects both mother and child. The paper examines how FAS can cause both physical and mental symptoms in each patient. The paper concludes that diagnosis indicates even a small amount of alcohol can have neuro-behavioral effects on the child, thus it is imperative to identify the problem in the mother early in the pregnancy and advise against alcohol consumption.

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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
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"If the mother drinks during pregnancy, and many scientists believe even one drink can have an effect, then the child will probably have some sort of damage. The entire group of disorders is usually referred to as FAS or FASD (Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder). This disorder can create a number of physical, mental, and behavioral effects in the children born with it, and these symptoms can last into adulthood and throughout life. FAS is a serious disorder with equally serious consequences. Diagnosis can be difficult, but early diagnosis is crucial for treatment and management of the disorder."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Bower, B. (20 April 1991). Alcohol's fetal harm lasts a lifetime. Science News, Vol 139 Iss. 16, p. 244.
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