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SUMMARY:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD): What Is It and What Do We Do About It? (*2CEs\, 2.5CLEs)
DESCRIPTION:Live Virtual Zoom Training \nDate:  Thursday\, November 5\, 2026\nTime:  10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST / 9:00 am – 11:00 am CT / 8:00 – 10:00 am MT\nCost:  FREE\, $10 for CEs\, CLEs \nDESCRIPTION: \nOf all substances of abuse\, alcohol causes the most serious long-term effects in a fetus\, resulting in permanent brain damage (Institute of Medicine). Many children with FASDs often go undiagnosed and suffer lifelong social challenges\, serious mental health problems\, and involvement with the juvenile justice system. Proper identification and intervention can help prevent many of these challenges. This webinar  will help attendees identify red flags and signs that may indicate a child has brain-based behaviors as a result of prenatal alcohol exposure. Additionally\, it will also expand one’s perspective\, viewing social/emotional problems\, difficult behaviors\, and learning challenges of these individuals as a symptom of brain dysfunction and not willful defiance and opposition. \nTakeaways: \n\nLearn what FASD is and how it is often misdiagnosed.\nLearn how FASD impacts brain development and behaviors.\nLearn to identify FASD red-flags.\nGain a shift in perspective about those with social/emotional problems\, difficult behaviors\, or learning challenges.\n\nFlorida Bar Association:  CLE Credits: 2.5 General\, 2.5 Mental Health and Wellness; Certification Credits: 2.5 Juvenile Law \nCE Information: 2. CEs for Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker\, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist\, Licensed Mental Health Counselor\, and Certified Master Social Worker through CEBroker. Certificates will be supplied.\nThe Florida Certirfication Board recognizes this training in the areas of mental health and child welfare. \nTRAINERS: \n\nJennifer Frye\, LCSW\nSupervisor of Statewide FASD Mental Health and Family Supports at The Florida Center for Early Childhood’s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic \nJennifer Frye\, LCSW\, is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience working with children and families in a number of environments. She is trained in evidence-based treatments and therapies\, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)\, Play Therapy\, Solution-Focused care\, and works with clients from a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens. Jennifer has extensive experience in assessment\, educational interventions\, and executive functioning. \nJenn Werden\, MSW\nOutreach and Engagement Coordinator at The Florida Center for Early Childhood’s Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic \nJenn Werden\, MSW is a mom of four incredible children\, including one child living with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome\, the most severe on the FASD spectrum. She serves as Outreach and Engagement Coordinator for The Florida Center’s FASD program. She earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in social work from Florida State University. Jenn is expertly trained in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and has participated in FASCETS neurobehavioral model\, Circle of Security\, and numerous FASD trainings. She values utilizing her lived experiences along with her clinical education. \n\nSponsored by The Florida Center for Early Childhood and the State of Florida\, Department of Health.  This free training is offered as a part of the FASD Program’s grant-funded deliverables and is hosted by The Florida Center Training Institute. Optional Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for a separate administrative fee.
URL:https://fasdunited.org/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-fasd-what-is-it-and-what-do-we-do-about-it-2ces-2-5cles/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Training
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SUMMARY:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and Digital Dangers: A Self-Advocate's Tips on Staying Safe
DESCRIPTION:Live Virtual Zoom Training\nSponsored by The Florida Center and the State of Florida\, Department of Health \nDate:  Friday\, December 11\, 2026\nTime: 11:00-12:30pm EST ( 10-11:30pm CST\, 9-10:30am MST\, 8-9:30am PST)\nCost:  FREE \nDESCRIPTION: \nJoin Alex\, a young adult and self-advocate with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)\, and his mother\, Pam\, as they share their experiences navigating digital dangers. From pornography and online grooming to catfishing and cyberbullying\, these risks can affect any young person but may leave individuals with FASD especially vulnerable. \nThrough honest stories of successes\, heartbreaking challenges\, and lessons learned\, Alex and Pam will explore what happens when parental controls and passwords fail to protect. They’ll share practical tips\, strategies that have worked\, and approaches they’re still exploring to help families navigate an increasingly digital world. \nThe Florida Center for Early Childhood operates three FASD Diagnostic Clinics in Florida\, located in Sarasota\, Orlando and Pensacola. \nTakeaways: \n\nIdentify at least three digital risks that may increase vulnerability among individuals with FASD\, including online grooming\, exploitation\, catfishing\, and cyberbullying.\nExplain how brain-based differences associated with FASD may affect judgment\, impulse control\, and recognition of online threats\, contributing to increased vulnerability in digital environments.\nIdentify at least three practical strategies to help individuals with FASD and their families improve online safety\, reduce digital risks\, and respond to situations where traditional parental controls may be ineffective.\n\nTRAINERS: \n\nAlex Carver\nFASD Self-Advocate \nAlex Carver is a 22-year-old FASD Warrior. Adopted from Russia at 13 months old\, Alex has spent hundreds of hours in occupational\, speech\, music\, and equine therapy. He recently graduated from high school and is learning how to drive. He’s also working with Vocational Rehab to find a job he will enjoy. He is witty\, charming\, and a bit mischievous. He lives at home with his Mom\, Dad\, Cat\, Dog and Turtle in sunny Florida. Getting along with this crazy over-protective parents isn’t always easy\, but they all love each other deeply. \nPam Carver\nFASD Caregiver\, Intake Coordinator at The Florida Center \nPam’s background is in business management\, but she was woefully unprepared for her FASD journey. Her adopted son Alex was diagnosed with FAS at age 3. Now he’s 21 years old. Pam has spent countless hours learning about FASD and helping Alex live his best life. Pam is the Intake Coordinator for our FASD Clinic’s Sarasota Office. When not helping families and advocating for Alex\, Pam enjoys gardening and drinking coffee. \nContinuing Education:\n1.5 CEs approved through Florida CEBroker for LCSW\, LMHC\, LMFT\, and CMSW.\nThis training is recognized by The Florida Certification Board in the areas of child welfare and mental health.
URL:https://fasdunited.org/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-fasd-and-digital-dangers-a-self-advocates-tips-on-staying-safe/
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CATEGORIES:Open to the Public,Training
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