Academic Calendar 2020/2021 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

CHFS 3127  Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Prerequisites:

CHFS 2106 or PSYC 2006

Antirequisites:

PSYC 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 PSYC 3127.