Autism characteristics in children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders

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Authors

Sara Stevens · University of Toronto

Kelly Nash · Hospital for Sick Children

Gideon Koren · University of Toronto

Joanne Rovet · University of Toronto

Abstract

Current findings signify that FASD and autism share similarities with regard to social and communicative functioning. These findings, which further our knowledge of the FASD phenotype, may be useful in specifying the particular interventions these children need.

Topics & Keywords

Prenatal Substance Exposure Effects Homelessness and Social Issues Gestational Diabetes Research and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Child Neuropsychology

Volume 19, Issue 6, pp. 579-587

DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2012.727791

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