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  • 1Marcus Institute, an Affiliate of Kennedy Krieger Institute at Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia 30329, USA. jkabl01@emory.edu

Alcoholism, Clinical and Experimental Research
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Targeted interventions improved behavior and math skills in children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FAS(D)). Parental education and direct math instruction led to significant gains, suggesting effective strategies for FASD-related deficits.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) causes significant neurobehavioral deficits in children.
  • Limited research exists on targeted interventions for children affected by prenatal alcohol exposure.
  • These deficits impact cognition, behavior, and academic functioning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a socio-cognitive habilitative program for children aged 3-10 with FASD.
  • To improve behavioral regulation and mathematical functioning in affected children.
  • To assess the impact of parental instruction and targeted math tutoring.

Main Methods:

  • A program included parental instruction on FASD, advocacy, and behavioral regulation.
  • Children received either interactive math tutoring or standard psychoeducational care.

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  • Families were randomized into intervention or control groups after initial parental instruction.

    • Main Results:

    • Over 90% of parents found workshops highly satisfactory and informative.
    • Caregivers reported significant reductions in internalizing and externalizing problem behaviors.
    • Children receiving direct math instruction showed significantly greater math knowledge gains compared to the control group.

    Conclusions:

    • Parental education on FASD and behavioral support strategies is beneficial.
    • Targeted psychoeducational programs can effectively remediate math deficits in children with FASD.
    • Interventions show promise in mitigating the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure.