The adverse effects associated with maternal use of alcohol range from growth deficiency, brain structure and function abnormalities, and physical abnormalities of the head Monstrous Effects Page III and face. The extent of the physical characteristics and/or mental impairment characteristic of FAS/FES children simply depends on when and how much the mother drank (Whitney, Rolles, 1999). ... There are many behavioral characteristics which differentiate FAS/FES persons from other mentally ch...

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While there is only one cause for the syndrome, much potential damage can be caused to the child: physical abnormalities, mental disabilities, and social and behavioral problems. Physical abnormalities are the most obvious effect of the alcohol on the fetus Skeletal deformities can be caused by bone malformation during fetal development, resulting in deformed ribs and sternum, or a curved spine. ... Facial deformities are one of the main characteristics used for diagnosing the disease at birth. ... After reading about the physical abnormalities, mental disabilities, and social and behavioral...

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FAS consists of a characteristic pattern of abnormalities resulting from the exposure that the fetus has had with alcohol during early development. ... These aforementioned abnormalities are not specific to FAS but coupled with FAS characteristics they help to provide a more clear and concise diagnosis. ... During development, both physical and mental, FAS children have very fine and poor motor coordination skills and it becomes very apparent at the preschool age. ... Scientists also are searching for genetic and biochemical characteristics associated with the susceptibility to FAS. ... Chem...

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Disinterest in self, infant and family, persistent depression, crying, suicidal ideation, and apathy are also significant characteristics. Somatic symptoms are often present as physical manifestations such as complaints of headaches, chronic pain, severe anxiety, and changes in bowel habits (Driscoll, 2006). ...

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Introduction and Background In today's society there is no shortage of controversial topics that have left society looking for the right answers. Ranging from abortion to the death penalty to affirmative action, these debatable subjects are usually at the forefront of people's minds, which can be s...

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