Prevalence and characteristics of adults with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in corrections: a Canadian case ascertainment study

Abstract Background Individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) experience a range of cognitive, affective, and physical deficits following prenatal alcohol exposure. They are thought to be overrepresented in criminal justice settings. However, limited evidence is available to inform pre...

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Main Authors: K. McLachlan, A. McNeil, J. Pei, U. Brain, G. Andrew, T. F. Oberlander
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-01-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-018-6292-x