Fetal Alcohol Syndrome by Joseph DiPirro

What is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

jcdipirro — 2023-10-30 17:01:21 UTC

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a disorder that has a wide range of physical, behavioral, and cognitive impairments that occur due to an exposure to alcohol prior to birth.

Characteristics

jcdipirro — 2023-10-30 17:02:26 UTC

People who have Fetal Alcohol Syndrome can have multiple symptoms ranging from mild to severe such as: Low body weight, Poor coordination, Hyperactive behavior, Difficulty with attention, Poor memory, Difficulty in school, Speech and language delays, Intellectual disability, Poor reasoning or judgement skills, Vision or hearing problems, Problems with the heart, kidneys, or bones, Shorter than average height, Small head size, Abnormal facial features.

Cause of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

jcdipirro — 2023-10-30 17:03:11 UTC

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is caused by a pregnant woman drinking alcohol. Alcohol has detrimental effects on the development of a fetus. Alcohol enters the fetus through the placenta. A fetus' metabolism is slower than an adult's which leads to a higher blood alcohol content. Alcohol interferes with the delivery of oxygen and nutrition to the fetus. Alcohol damages the development of tissues and organs as well as permanent brain damage.

Challenges and Treatments

jcdipirro — 2023-10-30 17:03:47 UTC

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome has no cure. Early Intervention Services can help a child with learning important skills in early development. Medical intervention by various specialists can alleviate some of the difficulties caused by the disorder. There are no medications that are specifically for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. However there are plenty of medications available for treating the various symptoms caused by the disorder. In order to help students with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome I would pay special attention to their progress in the class. I would work closely on an individual level to ensure that they get the assistance they need to succeed. Using technology such as screen casts would make sure they have access to the lesson materials at all times. Obviously the challenges I would face would be trying to get the student to understand the material as they would likely have intellectual impairment.

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jcdipirro — 2023-10-30 17:04:25 UTC