IJERPH, Vol. 16, Pages 2179: The Prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in An American Indian Community

IJERPH, Vol. 16, Pages 2179: The Prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in An American Indian Community International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health doi: 10.3390/ijerph16122179 Authors: Annika Montag Rhonda Romero Toni Jensen Amiyonette Goodblanket Ami Admire Conner Whitten Daniel Calac Natacha Akshoomoff Maria Sanchez MarLa Zacarias Jennifer Zellner Miguel del Campo Kenneth Jones Christina Chambers The prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) differs among populations and is largely unknown among minority populations. Prevalence and characterization of FASD is necessary for prevention efforts and allocation of resources for treatment and support. However, prevalence data are lacking, including among many minority populations. The aim of this study was to obtain an FASD prevalence estimate in a Southern California American Indian community employing active case-ascertainment. In 2016, American Indian children aged 5–7 years and their caregivers were recruited in collaboration with Southern California Tribal Health Clinic. Children were assessed using physical examinations and neurobehavioral testing. Parent or guardian interviews assessed child behavior and prenatal exposures including alcohol. Of 488 children identified as eligible to participate, 119 families consented and 94 completed assessments to allow a classification for FASD. Participating children (n = 94) were an average of 6.61 ± 0.91 y...
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