What are the effects of fetal alcohol syndrome ?

Many : Features vary and are not all always are present. Depend on sevirity and duration of exposure. You may see: decreased growth, decreased mental capabilities, irritability and hyperactivity. Many subtle physical features: small head size, short nose, smooth area under the nose, small and smoth upper lip, abnormal position in joints, sometimes heart problems with abnormalities of their structure.

Fetal Alcohol Syndro: Effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: • Poor coordination or balance • Intellectual disability, learning disorders and delayed development • Poor memory • Trouble with attention and with processing information • Difficulty with reasoning and problem-solving • Poor judgment skills •Jitteriness or hyperactivity •Problems with behavior and impulse control •Poor social skills Please do not let it happen.

Prenatal &/or post-: natal growth failure (of head & or body), characteristic facial features & evidence of some type of brain damage are criteria for FAS I, the most severe end of the spectrum. Read about impaired executive functions, ADHD, Intellectual Disability & other associated Neurobehavioral & medical disorders on www.fasdcenter.samhsa.gov. Seek Early Intervention from 0-3; Special Education from 3- 21.