Tag: prenatal alcohol exposure

  • Rethinking ABA: Supporting Brain-Based Differences (FASD) with Compassion and Science

    Rethinking ABA: Supporting Brain-Based Differences (FASD) with Compassion and Science

    Examines ABA limitations for FASD, stressing the importance of brain-based understanding This training offers a compassionate, brain-based perspective on using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), providing a foundational overview, practical strategies, and addressing common challenges and misconceptions—especially the idea that ABA is only for autism. Families, educators, service…

  • FASD: Considerations for Criminal Justice Practitioners

    FASD: Considerations for Criminal Justice Practitioners

    An Introduction to Understanding FASD and Recommendations for Criminal Justice Considerations. This webinar will focus on a short history and explanation related to the overall spectrum attributed to fetal alcohol disorders. It will touch briefly upon recognition of ‘red flags’ and will touch upon what is considered and necessary in relation to a diagnosis. Focusing…

  • Lifelong Support for Individuals with FASD: Foundations in the Towards Healthy Outcomes Curriculum

    Lifelong Support for Individuals with FASD: Foundations in the Towards Healthy Outcomes Curriculum

    The foundational training introduces participants to the Towards Healthy Outcomes curriculum developed by Dr. Jacqueline Pei.  Designed for those working with individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), the session provides an overview of the THO framework, its guiding principles, and its application across the lifespan. The goal is to build a solid understanding of…

  • Families Moving Forward (FMF) Specialist Training

    Families Moving Forward (FMF) Specialist Training

    FMF Foundations is a CDC-recommended, evidence-based behavioral intervention for families raising children (ages 3 to 13) with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) or FASD, and challenging behavior. Best suited for mental health providers, it offers ready-to-use materials and clinical strategies that are well organized to support families navigating complex situations, including early adversity and family stress.…

  • University of Minnesota – Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Web-based Brain Assessment Study

    University of Minnesota – Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Web-based Brain Assessment Study

    Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) affect an estimated 2 to 5 percent of children nationwide, yet many go undiagnosed due to high assessment costs, long wait times, stigma, and limited trained providers. Few interventions exist for this population. In this presentation, Drs. Blake Gimbel and Jeffrey Wozniak—child psychologists and FASD researchers—will share details about their…

  • Parenting Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure

    In this 6 week long workshop, you’ll learn about the impacts of alcohol and drugs on the developing brain as well as other brain-based disorders and how they can manifest into challenging behaviors. You’ll learn the WHY behind what is working and what isn’t working for the child in your life. You’ll walk away with…

  • Parenting Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure

    In this 6 week long workshop, you’ll learn about the impacts of alcohol and drugs on the developing brain as well as other brain-based disorders and how they can manifest into challenging behaviors. You’ll learn the WHY behind what is working and what isn’t working for the child in your life. You’ll walk away with…

  • Parenting Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure

    In this 6 week long workshop, you’ll learn about the impacts of alcohol and drugs on the developing brain as well as other brain-based disorders and how they can manifest into challenging behaviors. You’ll learn the WHY behind what is working and what isn’t working for the child in your life. You’ll walk away with…

  • Parenting Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure

    In this 6 week long workshop, you’ll learn about the impacts of alcohol and drugs on the developing brain as well as other brain-based disorders and how they can manifest into challenging behaviors. You’ll learn the WHY behind what is working and what isn’t working for the child in your life. You’ll walk away with…

  • Parenting Children with Prenatal Substance Exposure

    In this 6 week long workshop, you’ll learn about the impacts of alcohol and drugs on the developing brain as well as other brain-based disorders and how they can manifest into challenging behaviors. You’ll learn the WHY behind what is working and what isn’t working for the child in your life. You’ll walk away with…