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This issues brief outlines opportunities for change to support reduction of harms related to alcohol use in pregnancy

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We report the findings from a qualitative study that took place alongside a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) prevalence study among detainees in Australia

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Listed are all The Kids Research Institute Australia research teams involved in our Disability Program. This program sits under the Brain and Behaviour research theme.

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A study revealing significant levels of language difficulty among detainees at the Banksia Hill Detention Centre underscores the need for more support for young people trying to navigate the justice system, The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers say.

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A better understanding of the endocannabinoid system and a relaxation in regulatory control of cannabis globally has increased interest in the medicinal use of cannabinoid-based products (CBP). We provide a systematic review of the rationale and current clinical trial evidence for CBP in the treatment of neuropsychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adolescents.

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We identified a high proportion of cases without known cause, highlighting the need for clinicians to carefully investigate all possibilities, including emerging infections.

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Long-term survival was lower for Aboriginal children with congenital heart defects

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Almost of 10% of children with FASD has significant motor impairment. Evaluation of motor function should routinely be included in assessments for FASD.

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This study of young people in detention in Western Australia, has documented a high prevalence of FASD and severe neurodevelopmental impairment

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Accurately assessing prenatal alcohol consumption is exceptionally challenging when assessed retrospectively as part of a FASD assessment for a young person sentenced to detention