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How is FASD Diagnosed?

FASD is a medical diagnosis and has to be given by a medical doctor.  The entire testing process involves a multi-facet approach, including a medical history, physical examination, and assessment of developmental and cognitive abilities, often by a multidisciplinary team, but there's no single test to diagnose it. 

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No Single Test:

  • There isn't a specific test or blood test to diagnose FASD. 

Medical History:

  • Healthcare providers will inquire about the mother's alcohol consumption during pregnancy. 

Physical Examination:

  • They'll look for characteristic physical features, such as facial anomalies (small eyes, thin upper lip, smooth philtrum), growth problems, and potential neurological issues. 

Developmental and Cognitive Assessment:

  • Professionals will assess a child's development, looking for delays in areas like language, motor skills, and cognitive abilities. 

Multidisciplinary Approach:

  • A team of specialists, including physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other professionals, may be involved in the diagnosis and treatment planning. 

Differential Diagnosis:

  • It's important to rule out other potential causes for developmental delays or behavioral issues. 

Early Intervention:

  • Early diagnosis and intervention can help improve outcomes for individuals with FASD. 

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Indigenous Land Acknowledgement

We would like to acknowledge that the land on which we live, work and gather, and on which the Region of Peel operates, is part of the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit. For thousands of years, Indigenous peoples inhabited and cared for this land. In particular, we acknowledge the territory of the Anishinabek, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Ojibway/Chippewa peoples; the land that is home to the Metis; and most recently, the territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who are direct descendants of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land, and by doing so, give our respect to its first inhabitants.

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