Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Facts, Strategies, and Personal Insights from Youth with Lived Experience presented by Kendra Gludt, MPH Director of National Programs-Proof Alliance & Marissa Lang, Senior Program Manager-Proof Alliance & Members of the Proof Alliance Youth Panel

Description of Presentation: 

This presentation will present information on fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), address common misunderstandings, and offer practical strategies. Learn how prenatal alcohol exposure impacts brain development, and how you can use this information to improve outcomes for individuals with FASD. Youth with FASD will also share their personal stories and advice based on their own experiences.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand how prenatal alcohol exposure impacts brain development.

2. Acquire strategies to help individuals with FASD.

3. Learn approaches from FASD self-advocates with lived experience.

Content Learning Level:

Level 1/basic: Introductory material and background information are covered. The audience needs no prior knowledge of the topic.