Past Presentations

This RACGP accredited webinar aims to support primary health care professionals to provide accurate information, assessment, and support to reduce the risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) from maternal exposure to alcohol prior to conception, and during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

FASD can have serious, lifelong complications for health, development, and learning; and it’s diagnosis is complicated by symptoms shared with other neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the risks of alcohol consumption during pregnancy, breastfeeding and when trying to conceive.
• Describe appropriate assessment strategies in relation to alcohol and pregnancy.
• Apply evidence-based advice consistent with national alcohol guidelines.
• Outline resources about alcohol, pregnancy, and breastfeeding to support discussion with consumers.

Funded by the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE), Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, and Adelaide Primary Health Network.

In this recorded panel discussion, hear from industry leaders, including Dr Joe Tucci (CEO of Australian Childhood Foundation), Prue Walker (Social worker and FASD specialist at CETC), Noel Macnamara (Deputy Director of CETC), and Dr Julia Shekleton (Clinical Neuropsychologist and FASD specialist), who cover key topics and answer questions relating to untangling Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), trauma, and emotional/behavioural dysregulation.

This online webinar hosted by CETC and NOFASD Australia was held on 5th September 2022 and included speakers:

• Sophie Harrington – NOFASD Australia – Introduction to FASD and why it’s an issue for Out of Home Care
• Neil Reynolds – Carer and educator – Why it’s important for professionals working in OOHC to understand FASD and what support carers need
• Dr Robyn Williams – Senior Research Fellow, Curtain University – Supporting Aboriginal Kinship Carers in the light of systematic challenges, and some ways forward
• Prue Walker – FASD specialist, CETC – The research – prevalence and impact of FASD in OOHC; diagnosis and implications
• Dr Vanessa Spiller – Clinical Psychologist and carer – An approach to supporting children, young people and families – effective strategies and resources.