Discussion paper
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: current issues in awareness, prevention and intervention
This paper reviews the research and current policy surrounding prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Alcohol use during pregnancy is linked to a spectrum of adverse fetal outcomes.
Video
Stewart McDougall, 'Interventions for children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders'
This presentation discusses a study examining the existing literature on interviews for children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD). Importantly to the child protection context, FASD is likely to be over-represented and can have important implications for family support. This study identified a number of behavioural and parenting interventions that show potential to support children across...
Discussion paper
Therapeutic residential care in Australia: taking stock and looking forward
Therapeutic residential care is becoming an increasingly relevant out-of-home care option for children and young people with multiple and complex needs.