Academic Calendar 2015/2016 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

PSYC 3127  Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Prerequisites:

PSYC 2006 or CHFS 2106

Antirequisites:

CHFS 3127

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders will be explored through a lifespan development and determinants of health framework. Diagnosis, epidemiology, cognitive, behavioural, and mental health profile including primary and secondary disabilities, prevention, treatment, management, and policy issues will be discussed. Implications will be explored from several perspectives, including individual development and learning, child and family well-being, and impact on and responsibility of community and society. This course is also offered as CHFS 3127.