How much do you know about pregnancy and alcohol? The reality may surprise you. Alcohol exposure while in the womb may cause Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, or FASD, in the unborn child. It is more common than many people realise. It may lead to lifelong physical and developmental impairments. For such an impactful disorder, it is rarely spoken about in the popular media. This podcast will take the listener behind the scenes to chat with the people who understand FASD the most and to find out more about this surprising reality.
Pregnancy, Alcohol and FASD: The Surprising Reality
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How much do you know about pregnancy and alcohol? The reality may surprise you. Alcohol exposure while in the womb may cause Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, or FASD, in the unborn child. It is more common than many people realise. It may lead to lifelong physical and developmental impairments. For such an impactful disorder, it is rarely spoken about in the popular media. This podcast will take the listener behind the scenes to chat with the people who understand FASD the most and to find out more about this surprising reality.
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September 15, 2025
#40 Linking Caregivers: NOFASD's Online Support Program with Professor Anita Gibbs & Julie Flanagan
<p>Kurt is joined by Professor Anita Gibbs, of the University of Otago, New Zealand and Julie Flanagan. NOFASD’s National Projects and Communications Manager. Together they discuss a research article based on the outcomes of the Families Linking with Families program and the benefits of the program as confirmed by participating caregivers.. The Families Linking with Families program is an online support group developed by NOFASD Australia in conjunction with Professor Gibbs, to provide education and peer support for those who are caregivers for individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).</p><p>Key points about the Families Linking with Families program:</p><p>- It is a structured and guided 7-week online support group which is led by trained facilitators, each of whom is a parent or caregiver for an individual with FASD.</p><p>The main benefits include:</p><p>- Enabling caregivers to connect with others who are going through similar experiences, thereby lessening the sense of loneliness experienced by many carers.</p><p>- Providing a safe and confidential space for caregivers to share their specific situation and challenges without judgement</p><p>- Increasing caregiver knowledge about FASD, effective parenting/caregiving approaches and FASD-informed strategies.</p><p>- Empowering caregivers and building their resilience.</p><p>The online format makes the program accessible across Australia, even for those in remote areas. The program is delivered several times a year and is refined based on participant feedback and issues of concern tabled during meetings. Australians interested in participating in a future support group should contact the NOFASD Australia helpline on 1800 860 613 or visit our website through this link to express interest.</p><p>The research article discussed in this episode is: “An Australian Online Training and Support Program for Caregivers of Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Families Linking with Families” by Anita Gibbs, Julie Flanagan and Louise Gray is freely accessible. It's an open access article in the Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability. </p><p>The full article can be read at: https://doi.org/10.3109/13668250.2023.2271757. </p><p>For more information about FASD, please go to: https://www.nofasd.org.au/</p><p>Producers: Kurt Lewis, Julie Flanagan and Louise Gray</p><p>Narrator: Frances Price</p><p>Interviewer: Kurt Lewis</p><p>Interviewees: Professor Anita Gibbs & Julie Flanagan</p><p>The copyright is owned by NOFASD Australia.</p><p>All rights reserved - No reproduction or use of this content without written consent of Kurt Lewis and NOFASD Australia.</p><p>The views expressed in this podcast are those of the interviewees. NOFASD makes every effort to ensure all content is free from judgement and stigma. NOFASD’s mission includes reducing stigma for families and individuals impacted by FASD.</p><p></p>
September 8, 2025
#39 Advances in FASD Research with Dr Jeffrey Wozniak & Dr Blake Gimbel
<p>Kurt is joined by Dr Jeffrey Wozniak; a clinical paediatric neuropsychologist at the University of Minnesota and Dr Blake Gimbel; also a paediatric neuropsychologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Ohio State University. They discuss their recent research which includes using brain imaging techniques, using online cognitive assessment tools to aid in FASDdiagnosis, and examining the role of sleep disturbances in FASD. One promising intervention they have studied is choline supplementation, which has been shown to have small, but measurable benefits in improving memory and cognitive function in young children with FASD. Overall, the researchers emphasise the importance of hope and continued research to support those living with FASD and their families.</p><p>For more information about FASD, please go to: <a href="https://www.nofasd.org.au/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nofasd.org.au/</a> </p><p>Producers: Kurt Lewis and Julie Flanagan</p><p>Interviewer: Kurt Lewis</p><p>Interviewees: Dr Jeffrey Wozniak and Dr Blake Gimbel</p><p>Narrator: Frances Price</p><p>The copyright is owned by NOFASD Australia.</p><p>All rights reserved - No reproduction or use of this content without written consent of Kurt Lewis and NOFASD Australia. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the interviewee. NOFASD makes every effort to ensure all content is free from judgement and stigma. NOFASD’s mission includes reducing stigma for families and individuals impacted by FASD.</p><p></p>
September 29, 2024
#38 Justice Plea Deals and FASD with Katelyn Mullally
<p>Kurt is joined by Katelyn Mullally, a PhD Candidate in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology at the University of Guelph in Canada, who is researching youth justice, legal decision-making and FASD. They discuss her research on guilty pleas and plea understanding in youth and young adults with FASD. She found that individuals with FASD had difficulty understanding the terms and consequences of guilty pleas compared to those without FASD. She also emphasises the importance of legal professionals being aware of FASD and adapting their practices to support defendants with FASD.</p> <p>For more information about FASD, please go to: <a href="https://www.nofasd.org.au/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nofasd.org.au/</a></p> <p>Producers: Kurt Lewis, Louise Gray and Julie Flanagan</p> <p>Interviewer: Kurt Lewis</p> <p>Interviewees: Katelyn Mullally</p> <p>Narrator: Frances Price</p> <p>The copyright is owned by NOFASD Australia.</p> <p>All rights reserved - No reproduction or use of this content without written consent of Kurt Lewis and NOFASD Australia. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the interviewee. NOFASD makes every effort to ensure all content is free from judgement and stigma. NOFASD’s mission includes reducing stigma for families and individuals impacted by FASD.</p>
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