Abstract:
The purpose of this thesis is to provide a comprehensive, reliable, and readable resource for caregivers of children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Those with FAS suffer severe physical, emotional, and intellectual damage from infancy through adulthood. The impact of the syndrome on the life of the people involved can be lessened, but FAS must first be diagnosed, it is important to recognize general developmental patterns seen in people with FAS in order to plan appropriately. Also, resources must be tapped at various stages of development in order to help the child to grow into the most independent, emotionally stable adult possible. This thesis explores these aspects of FAS; providing developmental milestones and hurdles common to people with FPS, treatments that seem to be effective, and sources of support, both financial and emotional.
