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  • Foster and adoptive parents of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) experience significant caregiver stress, despite having some positive resources available.
  • Many report that their children face high rates of developmental and emotional issues, contributing to their stress levels.
  • Approximately 30% of parents feel that the support from healthcare and educational services does not meet their expectations, particularly in the areas of early diagnosis information and strategies for managing behavioral challenges.

Article Abstract

Caregiver Stress in Foster and Adoptive Parents of Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Foster and adoptive parents of 71 children with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) report on developmental and behavioral characteristics, family stress, coping resources and their satisfaction with support. The data reveal an elevated rate of social and emotional problems in the children. In spite positive individual and social resources, the foster and adoptive parents feel a high level of caregiver stress. 30 % of them rate the support they receive from pediatric, therapeutic or educational services as lower than expected. Specifically, they miss early information on the diagnosis, professional knowledge and support for the special challenges of education and managing behavioral problems in their collaboration with social support agencies.

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