Cognitive Supports for Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (Part I)

A recent study estimated that anywhere from 1.1 to 5% of children in the US have an FASD*, making it the most frequent developmental disability in the nation. However, very few educational professionals are given FASD-specific training or an understanding of how FASD impacts the brain and, therefore, how it impacts a child’s learning experience and behaviors.
In this training, FASD behavior consultant Nate Sheets will help participants develop practical strategies that directly support the cognitive struggles of children with FASD’s and other developmental disabilities. He will teach you how FASD impacts the brain, how everyday moments can be overwhelming, and how many challenging behaviors that appear intentional are the result of not having the “tools” an adult expectation demands.
In Part I, Nate will talk about FASD’s, how they struggle in the classroom, and starting places for successful interactions. In Part II, Nate will continue to provide practical strategies and a framework to help educators, administrators, and parents set up these students for success.
*Prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in 4 US Communities - JAMA - 2018 Feb 6; 319(5): 474-483.
Speaker: Nate Sheets

[@Halfstar3]

Very good, thorough video 👍

[@cristibradley4142]

You must know our son. This is so incredibly helpful. We are currently enduring this with our otherwise incredible son. 😢 This gives us hope.

[@tishacarr988]

This is sooo helpful.

[@emmanuelschmulewitz1215]

An extremely detailed, honest and in my opinion correct interpretation of the behaviour that can be found in FASD. Good video!
This video should be definitely compulsory to watch for health "professionals" to recognize the characteristic features in FASD.
It could avoid a lot of traumatization probably...