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 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders - Occur in at least 1%--probably closer to 4%--of the population, yet are almost never recognized.
- Can mimic the symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, AD/HD, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and Reactive Attachment Disorders, among others.
- Range widely in severity and presentation from mental retardation to mild attention, learning or social problems, with AD/HD symptoms the most common.
- Are most problematic for people with otherwise normal intelligence, affecting reasoning, memory and judgment. In these cases the symptoms often masquerade as "attitude" problems.
- Fill our jails and prisons, homeless shelters and hospital emergency rooms, chronic welfare caseloads and substance abuse centers.
- When recognized and appropriately addressed, can be managed so that the person's true gifts have a chance to bloom.
The following are just a few good articles about the subject--do get in touch if you'd like more articles, resources or other information.
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