Emily Oster

Alcohol and Pregnancy: Attitudes and Patterns of Drinking Vary Around the Globe

While the harmful effects of alcohol on the developing fetus are well established, many women continue to drink during pregnancy; however, patterns of alcohol consumption vary from country to country.  According to the Center [...]

By |2020-08-10T10:27:43-04:00February 6th, 2020|Alcohol, Perinatal Substance Use|Comments Off on Alcohol and Pregnancy: Attitudes and Patterns of Drinking Vary Around the Globe

Fetal Alcohol Disorders More Common Tnan Previously Thought

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) refers to a constellation of disorders resulting from prenatal exposure to alcohol; the manifestations include birth defects, developmental disabilities, and neurological and behavioral problems. Prenatal alcohol exposure is the most [...]

By |2018-09-10T12:34:27-04:00March 21st, 2018|Alcohol, Perinatal Substance Use|Comments Off on Fetal Alcohol Disorders More Common Tnan Previously Thought
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