Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Interdisciplinary perspectives

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisordersInterdisciplinary perspectives\nAuthor(s): Barry Carpenter OBE, Carolyn Blackburn, Jo Egerton\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415670166, 978-0415670166\nSynopsis\nFetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) have emerged as a major phenomenon within the education, health, criminal justice and social care systems of many countries, with current prevalence figures suggesting that one in a hundred children and young people have FASDs. In this publication, academics, professionals and families from around the world have shared expertise and insights on FASDs. Their combined interdisciplinary perspective makes an invaluable contribution to how we understand and address the complex social, educational and health needs associated with this growing group of children and young people.\n\nArticulating fundamental knowledge, cutting edge initiatives and emerging trends in FASDs, this book provi.