FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME (FAS)
AT THE VERUS BONIFATIUS KLINIKFetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a serious consequence of consuming alcohol during pregnancy. Children, adolescents and adults who suffer from FAS often exhibit a variety of physical, cognitive and behavioral problems that can significantly impact their daily lives. FAS is one of the most common causes of mental retardation in children.
TREATMENT FOR FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME
At the Verus Bonifatius Clinic, we offer our young patients with fetal alcohol syndrome and their families a comprehensive multimodal (initial) diagnosis and treatment of the primary presenting problems. In doing so, we remain aware of the patient’s overall physical and emotional condition and create a sensitive and supportive environment for their recovery. Trust, honesty, respect, integrity and dedication are fundamental values of our care for them. To ensure comprehensive and holistic treatment, we combine various therapeutic approaches. In addition to possible drug treatment, we also offer various forms of therapy, such as specific support, social counseling, interaction observations and, depending on need, behavioral, systemic or depth psychological therapy approaches.
THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES FOR FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME (FAS)
The treatment of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) requires a comprehensive specialist and psychological diagnosis at an early stage in order to maximize the success of the treatment and create individual therapy plans. Various therapy options can be combined well in FAS to offer patients comprehensive and effective treatment.
SYMPTOMS OF FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME (FAS)
Children and adolescents with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome can exhibit a variety of physical, cognitive and behavioral symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives as well as the lives of their caregivers. The most common symptoms include
- Developmental delays in motor and language skills
- Impairment of executive functions
- Cognitive impairments
- Self-control (impulse control and emotion regulation)
- Starting, coordinating and sequencing actions in a targeted manner
- Conscious attention control
- Strategic action planning to achieve goals
- working memory and information retrieval
- School and learning difficulties
- Facial anomalies
- Growth disorders, microcephaly
- Heart defects
DIAGNOSIS OF FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME (FAS)
The diagnosis of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) in children and adolescents requires a comprehensive medical history, physical-neurological and psychological tests in accordance with current medical guidelines. Additional examinations such as imaging procedures and genetic tests can be carried out if required and indicated.
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