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Introduction
Two Boys have been diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome(FAS). The Foster parents have moved from North Bay to Toronto. Both boys show signs of cognitive delay and impulse control , and the parents are seeking advice on services in the Toronto area.
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Cognitive Delay and Difficulty in Impulse Control
The Two main results of FAS are Cognitive Delay and Impulse Control. Cognitive Delay is when a child presents with mental retardation Difficulty in Impulse control is when a child is not able to follow through with rules or be able control him or her self when in any kind of situation The child may blurt out things, not show manners, have no patience and be very sensitive. Very Hard for them to control their feelings and actions. The alcohol impairs the child from good judgment and being able to stop and think.
Strategies for the ECE to meet the need of the children and Families
The ECE has to make sure that they both have a secure and very comfortable relationship , usually happens at the first visit Children with FAS need more focus and attention Love and care is a very important factor because it makes them feel more comfortable and helps out Make the parents aware of everything that their child does Make sure that there are break in between so that the children can catch and not feel overwhelmed Sometimes children can stay focused or be calmed by soft music Prompting and Fading Reinforcement(increase self esteem)
Continue:
Seating the child close to you or anyone that is the center of attention to keep focus Use Visuals and concrete examples to get message across When communicating talk slow Help child control feelings and be able to control what they do and feel When starting new activities make sure that the child is informed Help in transition(posters) Prompting and Fading The child should be given choices and options so that they have some sense of control but always keep an eye on it.
Services to Parents
St. Michaels Hospital
Pediatric Ambulatory Clinic A free Institute, only for those who have an OHIP card, if you dont then you have to make your own insurance Patients that have been referred by physicians get treatment Birth to 18 years old are treated to the specific clinics Targets many mental health issues (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, etc.) They help both the patient and also the family to understand the kind of situation that they are Help with information and are very open to any kinds of questions and help needed Consult to Dr. Brenda Stade
Contact
Contact Us- 416-867-3655, Fax- 416-864-587030 Bond St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1W8 Toronto Central (Church St and Queen St E) Hours - Monday-Friday 8-4