Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Interagency Workgroup Case Studies and Guides

Three case studies were developed to better illustrate the range and complexity of children with an FASD. The children in these case studies are revisited while they undergo evaluation and testing and again when appropriate strategies have been identified and implemented.

Universal Screening, Assessment, and Treatment of Substance Use at Prenatal Visits Improves Obstetric Outcomes

Substance use during pregnancy remains a serious problem. This study examined whether Early Start, a coordinated program of prenatal substance abuse screening, treatment, and patient/provider education, including a licensed substance-use treatment specialist onsite in the obstetric clinic, improved perinatal outcomes.

Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children Adopted From Eastern Europe

Maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy has long-lasting adverse effects, causing structural, behavioral, and cognitive damage despite a radically improved environment.

NIH Podcast on Prescription Drug Abuse in Women

The NIH's Office of Research on Women's Health podcast, "Pinn Point on Women's Health," provides updates on women's health research, and is hosted by Vivian W. Pinn, M.D., director of NIH's Office of Research on Women's Health.

New Resource on Addressing Specific Substance Abuse Treatment Needs of Women

Substance Abuse Treatment: Addressing the Specific Needs of Women