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FASD- Resource Guide FASD Strategies Not Solutions (Human Services of Alberta, Canada)
"Every child affected with FASD is different and has her own unique strengths and challenges. Therefore, not all of the strategies mentioned in this Booklet will work with your child. The best approach is to keep trying different strategies until you find the ones that work for you and your child. Once you find the best fit, stick to it." Unfortunately, there is no cure for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. However, minor adjustments in daily routines can make significant differences in how children with FASD are able to function. This straightforward resource, developed with the help of caregivers, lists dozens of simple strategies for assisting children with impulse control, sensory dysfunction, affect regulation, and many other symptoms that may accompany this diagnosis. Children with FASD learn differently, and this positive resource shows caregivers how to adjust their thinking and behavior to empower their child. Supporting Success for Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (Community Living British Columbia)
"The most basic human needs are to matter, to be heard, and to belong. The key to successful outcomes for people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and other brain-based conditions is having successful relationships and living in communities that are informed, accepting and supportive." One of the most significant challenges for caregivers of children with FASD is coping with questions and concerns about the child's future. This diagnosis can feel discouraging and hopeless at time. However, as this resource demonstrates, there is hope for a healthy, vibrant future. It discusses practical options for managing expectations and environments, all with the goal of helping people with FASD to achieve developmentally-appropriate independence, productivity, and connection in their adult lives.