Based at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, Evi Muggli manages one of the world’s largest long-term studies on alcohol in pregnancy, Asking Questions about Alcohol (AQUA). The children involved in this study are in primary school – and they’ve been taking part since before they were born. We asked Evi to share what the study has found so far and what they hope to continue investigating.
For our first virtual event for 2021, we invited five leading early-career researchers to share their work within the theme ‘Research to drive practice and behaviour change.’
View the full session including all their presentations and the audience Q&A.
The FASD Australian Registry (FASDAR) aims to maintain a central database of cases in Australia, in order to help develop a greater understanding of FASD, inform new research, and support families. Here, FASDAR Manager Dr Melissa Cheung shares why having an Australian registry is so important.
A WA team of researchers and clinicians is offering hope to people with Fetal Alcohol spectrum Disorder (FASD) and justice involvement by providing resources specifically designed to help gain and retain employment after release. Lead researcher Dr Annabelle Nankoo, clinical psychologist registrar and former research officer at UWA, explains the importance of employment support for this demographic, and the aims of this latest research.
When it comes to sourcing information on the harms of alcohol use, pregnant women most commonly use written or electronic resources, antenatal health providers, and family or friends. Dr Tracey Tsang, lead researcher from The University of Sydney, explains what this means for preventing prenatal alcohol exposure and related harms, preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and improving outcomes for all pregnant women.
The Heather Jones Community Award celebrates the otherwise unsung heroes of the FASD community – advocates, carers, people living with FASD, and others whose passion and dedication lead to improved awareness and understanding of FASD, and positive impacts to those living with this lifelong disability.
Our thanks go to the remarkable families who gave their time and invited us into their homes, school and life. Their stories are testament to their hardwork, dedication, love and resilience in bringing up these children and young people.
We also acknowledge the expertise and professionalism of the health professionals who gave us their time to film in their clinics and offices.
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