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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome- effects

Resource type: Frequently Asked Questions  —  Date posted: March 11th, 2012   Number of views: 1237


What effect can the alcohol have?

Alcohol crosses the placenta and can

  • stunt foetal growth and weight
  • create distintive facial stigmata
  • damage neurons and brain systems
  • cause pychological or behavioural problems
  • physical damage