Resources Archive - Indiana Alliance on Prenatal Substance Exposure

Emerging Drug Threat in Indiana: Medetomidine

7 Jun 2024

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has issued an alert about medetomidine,

Families Moving Forward (FMF) Program

10 Apr 2024

What is Families Moving Forward (FMF)? FMF is an evidence-based intervention to

The Impact of Substance Use on Fetal Development: A Comprehensive Look

1 Feb 2024

By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS Pregnancy is a critical period in

Adolescent Addiction Access Program

26 Jan 2024

The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Adolescent Addiction Access

Resources for Women of Childbearing Age

23 Jan 2024

Nurse-Family Partnership: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/nfpindiana/ With your very own free Nurse-Family Partnership personal nurse,

Navigating the Legal System for Individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

11 Jan 2024

Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS FASD and Legal Implications Facing challenges with

Dad’s Drinking Matters Too: The Impact of Paternal Alcohol Use on Infant Development

10 Jan 2024

By: Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS Alcohol consumption during pregnancy has

Free Personal Nurse for First-Time Moms!

20 Dec 2023

If you are: A first-time mom 28 weeks or less Eligible for

FASD and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior: Strategies for Prevention – Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS

20 Dec 2023

Research shows that individuals with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) are

New Syndrome Identified Linked to Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure – Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS

18 Dec 2023

Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure Geneticists have recently identified a potential new syndrome among

Gabapentin Misuse: An Emerging Threat – By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS

1 Dec 2023

What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is a prescription anticonvulsant medication approved by the

Identification Information Card for Individuals with FASD

22 Nov 2023

This card can be printed and cut out, filled out, and laminated

Warning: “Blackout Wednesday” is Coming – Prepare yourself to celebrate safely this holiday season.

17 Nov 2023

With the holidays right around the corner, we start to get excited

Treatment Atlas – Indiana’s Official Addiction Treatment Locator

11 Oct 2023

Treatment Atlas is now live as Indiana’s official addiction treatment locator, intended to help

CDC Alcohol and Pregnancy: Communication Materials for Healthcare Professionals and Patients

6 Sep 2023

Messaging about alcohol use during pregnancy can be challenging. Misconceptions continue to

Planning and Implementing Screening and Brief Intervention for Risky Alcohol Use

19 Jul 2023

This guide is designed to help an individual or small group planning

Xylazine’s Horrifying Impact on America: What Does this Mean for Pregnancies?

10 Jul 2023

By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS What is Xylazine? Xylazine is a

Volunteers Needed- FASD Respect Act!

28 Jun 2023

Indiana Alliance is working on scheduling meeting with Senators and Representatives to

The FASD Respect Act is BACK!

23 Jun 2023

FASD United is thrilled to announce that Senators Murkowski (AK) and Klobuchar

Get Involved With Our Organization!

21 Jun 2023

Indiana Alliance on Prenatal Substance Exposure works to prevent prenatal exposure to

FASD Primer for Healthcare Professionals (Web-Based Course)

5 Jun 2023

The updated FASD Primer for Healthcare Professionals course is available now! This free,

988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline & Be Well Crisis Helpline

31 May 2023

Help is a phone call away. Reach out to speak with a

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

25 May 2023

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources

BRAIN-online FASD Screening Tool

22 May 2023

BRAIN-online is a new web-based screening tool that assesses cognitive and behavioral

I didn’t know I was pregnant and had a drink…what happens now? By Jackie Franks, MPH

16 May 2023

Many pregnant people contact us and ask this very question- I consumed

Think College – search tool for postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability (ID)

12 May 2023

Think College is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving research and practice

CHAMP Free Psychiatry Consultations for Providers

28 Mar 2023

New Resource! The CHAMP program offers free psychiatry consultations for providers! The

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

23 Feb 2023

So you’re Pregnant… Now What? Tips for Preparing your Body for a

I’m Sorry- Reframing the FASD Diagnosis

14 Feb 2023

We have all heard these words. Throughout so many seasons, for so

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

8 Feb 2023

By Jackie Franks, MPH The dating scene nowadays is like the

Stars for Starla Youth Recognition Awards

28 Nov 2021

Nominate a Youth for a Star Award Stars for Starla recognizes that

Remote Literacy Learning

24 Aug 2020

Often times, kids with an FASD struggle with reading, and many more

Fostering Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

8 Aug 2020

The Coalition for Children, Youth and Families developed this document to help

Indiana FASD Support Group

30 Mar 2020

Earlier this year, a grass roots effort was started by a woman

The FASD Success Show – A Podcast for Living

23 Mar 2020

The FASD Success show is a great online resource. This podcast is

Stay-at-Home Guide for Kids with FASD

21 Mar 2020

Check out the following resource guide, full of creative ideas for your

Service Provider: Hands in Autism

30 Jan 2020

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

Cerebral Palsy Group

16 Jan 2020

Cerebral Palsy is a name given to a set of nerve disorders

8 Magic Keys: Strategies for Students with FASD

4 Apr 2019

This 21-minute animated video introduces the topic of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers

28 Mar 2019

SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers Pregnancy should be an exciting

Do I have to wait to breastfeed my baby after consuming alcohol?

20 Feb 2019

Susan Elsworth, Director of INOFAS refers individuals to the Academy of Breastfeeding

The Four Pillars of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Success

13 Jul 2018

THE FOUR PILLARS of FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER SUCCESS What Every Care

How to Prepare for Your Child’s Health Supervision Visit

8 Jul 2018

When you parent a foster or adoptive child, it’s not always easy

Parenting a Child with FASD

7 Jul 2018

Parenting a Child with FASD When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, it

America, Can We Talk About Your Drinking?

8 Jun 2018

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

Alcohol and pregnancy

2 May 2018

If you’re pregnant, you’ll need to think carefully about what is safe

FASD Guidebook for Police Officers

21 Mar 2018

“Many specialists suggest that a significant number of individuals who come into

Guidelines for Referral and Diagnosis

2 Mar 2018

Although several diagnostic schemes are available for diagnosis of FASDs, all 4

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

1 Mar 2018

SARASOTA (FOX 13) – More than 4,000 babies were born addicted to opiates

Evaluating a Child for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

23 Feb 2018

Flow Diagram for Evaluation The Flow Diagram was devised to facilitate greater

Opioids, Pregnancy and Neonatal Care Resources for Clinicians

29 Jan 2018

The National Institute on Drug Abuse maintains resources for clinicians to help them

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Training And Resources for Health Professionals

26 Jan 2018

The CDC has many free, online trainings are available for healthcare providers

Hoosier Story of Hope: Boston Bound

30 Dec 2017

We’ve been following the story of a local Indianapolis man who is

Prescription medicine during pregnancy

6 Dec 2017

The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of

Prescription opioids during pregnancy

4 Dec 2017

The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of

Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)

1 Dec 2017

KEY POINTS NAS is a group of conditions caused when a baby

Outpatient-Based Opioid Treatment Program

30 Nov 2017

Riley’s Children Health at Indiana University Hospital offers an Outpatient Opioid Treatment

Flying with Fetal Alcohol

18 Oct 2017

We’re excited to share a video interview from fasdforever.com. It’s a conversation between Jeff

This FASD strategy cuts down parent frustration

22 Sep 2017

A new study sheds light on how parents and caregivers of children

Center for Disease Control: FASD

10 Jun 2017

The CDC has a wealth of information on FASD, including: Basic Information

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Toolkit

7 Jun 2017

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

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