Children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) may exhibit distinct physical characteristics, including a small head size and abnormal facial features.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) are a collection of birth defects resulting from heavy alcohol consumption during pregnancy. The consequences for the child are life-long and can range in severity from minor to major.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

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Physical Characteristics of FASD

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) can cause persistent cognitive issues that continue into adulthood, including poor judgment, poor impulse control, higher rates of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning issues, and lower IQ scores.

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