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Connections, Inc.

Connections, Inc. is to provide comprehensive behavioral health care and wellness services
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Empowering Voters with Disabilities: Tips for a Smooth Voting Experience

Voting is a fundamental right and civic duty for all citizens, including
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Make Your Mark This FASD Awareness Month: Ways To Get Involved

Indianapolis – Governor Eric Holcomb has proclaimed September 9, 2024, as Fetal Alcohol
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Understanding the Connection: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and Overdose Prevention

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are a group of conditions that can
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Emerging Drug Threat in Indiana: Medetomidine

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has issued an alert about medetomidine,
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Families Moving Forward (FMF) Program

What is Families Moving Forward (FMF)? FMF is an evidence-based intervention to
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The Impact of Substance Use on Fetal Development: A Comprehensive Look

By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS  Pregnancy is a critical period in
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Adolescent Addiction Access Program

The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Adolescent Addiction Access
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Resources for Women of Childbearing Age​

Nurse-Family Partnership: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/nfpindiana/ ​With your very own free Nurse­-Family Partnership personal nurse,
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Navigating the Legal System for Individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS FASD and Legal Implications  Facing challenges with
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Dad’s Drinking Matters Too: The Impact of Paternal Alcohol Use on Infant Development

By: Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS   Alcohol consumption during pregnancy has
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Free Personal Nurse for First-Time Moms!

If you are:   A first-time mom 28 weeks or less  Eligible for
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FASD and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior: Strategies for Prevention – Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS

Research shows that individuals with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) are
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New Syndrome Identified Linked to Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure – Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS

Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure  Geneticists have recently identified a potential new syndrome among
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Gabapentin Misuse: An Emerging Threat – By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS  

What is Gabapentin?   Gabapentin is a prescription anticonvulsant medication approved by the
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Identification Information Card for Individuals with FASD

This card can be printed and cut out, filled out, and laminated
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Warning: “Blackout Wednesday” is Coming – Prepare yourself to celebrate safely this holiday season.

With the holidays right around the corner, we start to get excited
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Treatment Atlas – Indiana’s Official Addiction Treatment Locator

 Treatment Atlas is now live as Indiana’s official addiction treatment locator, intended to help
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CDC Alcohol and Pregnancy: Communication Materials for Healthcare Professionals and Patients

Messaging about alcohol use during pregnancy can be challenging. Misconceptions continue to
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Planning and Implementing Screening and Brief Intervention for Risky Alcohol Use

This guide is designed to help an individual or small group planning
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Xylazine’s Horrifying Impact on America: What Does this Mean for Pregnancies?

By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS What is Xylazine? Xylazine is a
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Volunteers Needed- FASD Respect Act!

Indiana Alliance is working on scheduling meeting with Senators and Representatives to
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The FASD Respect Act is BACK!

FASD United is thrilled to announce that Senators Murkowski (AK) and Klobuchar
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Get Involved With Our Organization!

Indiana Alliance on Prenatal Substance Exposure works to prevent prenatal exposure to
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FASD Primer for Healthcare Professionals (Web-Based Course)

The updated FASD Primer for Healthcare Professionals course is available now! This free,
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988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline & Be Well Crisis Helpline

Help is a phone call away. Reach out to speak with a
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources
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BRAIN-online FASD Screening Tool

BRAIN-online is a new web-based screening tool that assesses cognitive and behavioral
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I didn’t know I was pregnant and had a drink…what happens now? By Jackie Franks, MPH

Many pregnant people contact us and ask this very question- I consumed
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Think College – search tool for postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability (ID)

Think College is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving research and practice
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CHAMP Free Psychiatry Consultations for Providers

New Resource! The CHAMP program offers free psychiatry consultations for providers! The
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So you're pregnant... now what? Graphic with outline of a pregnant person and the Indiana Alliance logo.

So you’re pregnant… now what? Preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy!

So you’re Pregnant… Now What? Tips for Preparing your Body for a
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Words Adulting with FASD by Rebecca Tillou. Photo of Rebecca and logo of Indiana Alliance

I’m Sorry- Reframing the FASD Diagnosis

We have all heard these words. Throughout so many seasons, for so
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A couple embracing outside and the text Dating someone with FASD

Love is in the Air! Dating Someone with FASD: What you Need to Know

  By Jackie Franks, MPH The dating scene nowadays is like the
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Stars for Starla Youth Recognition Awards

Nominate a Youth for a Star Award Stars for Starla recognizes that
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Remote Literacy Learning

Often times, kids with an FASD struggle with reading, and many more
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Fostering Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

The Coalition for Children, Youth and Families developed this document to help
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Indiana FASD Support Group

Earlier this year, a grass roots effort was started by a woman
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The FASD Success Show – A Podcast for Living

The FASD Success show is a great online resource. This podcast is
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Stay-at-Home Guide for Kids with FASD

Check out the following resource guide, full of creative ideas for your
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Service Provider: Hands in Autism

HANDS in Autism® has emerged as a state-wide training and resource center
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Cerebral Palsy Group

Cerebral Palsy is a name given to a set of nerve disorders
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8 Magic Keys: Strategies for Students with FASD

8 Magic Keys: Strategies for Students with FASD

This 21-minute animated video introduces the topic of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
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SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers

SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers Pregnancy should be an exciting
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Do I have to wait to breastfeed my baby after consuming alcohol?

Susan Elsworth, Director of INOFAS refers individuals to the Academy of Breastfeeding
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The Four Pillars of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Success

THE FOUR PILLARS of FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER SUCCESS What Every Care
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How to Prepare for Your Child’s Health Supervision Visit

When you parent a foster or adoptive child, it’s not always easy
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Parenting a Child with FASD

Parenting a Child with FASD When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it
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America, Can We Talk About Your Drinking?

America, Can We Talk About Your Drinking?

After a season of indulgence, many Americans resolve to drink less in
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Alcohol and pregnancy

If you’re pregnant, you’ll need to think carefully about what is safe
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FASD Guidebook for Police Officers

FASD Guidebook for Police Officers

“Many specialists suggest that a significant number of individuals who come into
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Guidelines for Referral and Diagnosis

Although several diagnostic schemes are available for diagnosis of FASDs, all 4
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Women Get Clean to Prevent Having Babies with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)

Women Get Clean to Prevent Having Babies with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)

SARASOTA (FOX 13) – More than 4,000 babies were born addicted to opiates
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Evaluating a Child for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

Evaluating a Child for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

Flow Diagram for Evaluation The Flow Diagram was devised to facilitate greater
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Opioids, Pregnancy and Neonatal Care Resources for Clinicians

The National Institute on Drug Abuse maintains resources for clinicians to help them
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Training And Resources for Health Professionals

The CDC has many free, online trainings are available for healthcare providers
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Hoosier Story of Hope: Boston Bound

Hoosier Story of Hope: Boston Bound

We’ve been following the story of a local Indianapolis man who is
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Prescription medicine during pregnancy

The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Prescription opioids during pregnancy

The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)

KEY POINTS NAS is a group of conditions caused when a baby
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Outpatient-Based Opioid Treatment Program

Riley’s Children Health at Indiana University Hospital offers an Outpatient Opioid Treatment
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Flying with Fetal Alcohol

We’re excited to share a video interview from fasdforever.com. It’s a conversation between Jeff
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This FASD strategy cuts down parent frustration

A new study sheds light on how parents and caregivers of children
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Center for Disease Control: FASD

The CDC has a wealth of information on FASD, including: Basic Information
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Toolkit

The Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Toolkit was developed by AAP (American Academy
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