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The Adverse Effects of Prenatal METH Exposure on the Offspring: A Review
Abuse of methamphetamine (METH), an illicit psychostimulant, is a growing public health issue. METH abuse during pregnancy is on the rise due to its stimulant, anorectic, and hallucinogenic properties. This review summarises neurotoxicity, cardiovascular toxicity, hepatotoxicity, toxicity in other organs, and bio-monitoring of prenatal METH exposure, as well as the possible emergence of sensitisation associated with METH.
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Publishing Date:
14 July, 2021
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Journal Name:
Frontiers in Pharmacology
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Authors:
Jia-Hao Li, Jia-Li Liu, Kai-Kai Zhang, Li-Jian Chen, Jing-Tao Xu, Xiao-Li Xie
The effect of heavy prenatal alcohol exposure on adolescent body mass index and waist-to-height ratio at 12–13 years
It is suggested that PAE has the potential to impact on a wide range of physical outcomes in offspring, including metabolism and body composition. This clinical study examined the association between heavy PAE and indirect measures of adiposity in adolescence.
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Publishing Date:
5 July, 2021
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Journal Name:
International Journal of Obesity
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Authors:
Nicole Hayes, Natasha Reid, Lisa K. Akison, Karen M. Moritz
Oral and written communication skills of adolescents with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) compared with those with no/low PAE: A systematic review
This study conducted a systematic review to synthesise evidence regarding oral and written communication skills of adolescents with PAE or FASD and how they compare with those with no PAE.
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Publishing Date:
16 June, 2021
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Journal Name:
International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders
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Authors:
Natalie R. Kippin, Suze Leitão, Rochelle Watkins, Amy Finlay-Jones
Birth prevalence of congenital heart defects in Western Australia, 1990–2016
The aim of this study was to describe the birth prevalence and characteristics of congenital heart defects in a geographically defined Australian population.
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Publishing Date:
29 May, 2021
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Journal Name:
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
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Authors:
Michele Hansen, Kathryn Greenop, Deane Yim, James Ramsay, Yarlalu Thomas, Gareth S. Baynam
FASD resources primary school settings: a scoping review protocol
As many children affected by FASD exhibit neurocognitive delays that contribute to secondary consequences, effective resources for educators are crucial to ensure these students are supported in their ongoing learning and development. This scoping review aims to identify and evaluate resources for educators that aid in the identification or accommodation of students with FASD.
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Publishing Date:
5 April, 2021
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Journal Name:
BMJ Open
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Authors:
Briana Lees, Elizabeth J. Elliott, Steve Allsop, Sue Thomas, Julia Riches, Smriti Nepal, Lauren J. Rice, Nicola Newton, Louise Mewton, Maree Teesson, Lexine A. Stapinski
Oral and written communication skills of adolescents in youth justice with and without prenatal alcohol exposure
This research investigated the communication skills of adolescents in youth detention in Western Australia, a context in which FASD is highly prevalent and Aboriginal young peoples are over-represented.
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Publishing Date:
1 April, 2021
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Authors:
Natalie R. Kippin
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