The Mystery of Risk: Drugs Alcohol Pregnancy and the Vulnerable Child

About this book

The ill effects of a babys exposure to drugs and alcohol while in the womb are demonstrated in this essential reference with cutting-edge information from the fields of medicine neuroscience and child psychology. These findings posit that many of the learning and behavior problems seen in childrenfrom poor school performance to patterns of impulsivity often diagnosed as ADHDare both treatable and preventable. The book first traces the history of fetal malformation back to the time of Aristotle then presents a resounding call for integrated systems of care for high-risk children and their families. Methods for applying behavior management and treatment techniques are included for health care practitioners social workers early childhood intervention specialists special education teachers and parents whether for use at home at school or in the clinical setting.