Books

Fetal Alcohol And Drug Unit
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
University of Washington School of Medicine

Alcohol and Health -Tenth Special Report to the U.S. Congress (2000)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This report includes a chapter on Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol. The chapter summarizes the effects on brain stucture and function, underlying mechanisms of alcohol-induced damage to the fetus, and issues on FAS prevention.

Available for $5 from:

NIAAA
Publication Distribution Center
P.O. Box 10686
Rockville, MD 20849-0686

Telephone: (301) 443-3860
Fax : (301) 480-1726


Alcohol and Health - Ninth Special Report to the U.S. Congress (1997)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This report includes a chapter on FAS/FAE. Both clinical and animal research is reviewed on the effects of maternal alcohol consumption on pregnancy outcome. Statistics are cited on the incidence of FAS and FAE in various demographic groups. An extensive bibliography is provided.

Available for free from:

NIAAA
Publication Distribution Center
P.O. Box 10686
Rockville, MD 20849-0686

Telephone: (301) 443-3860
Fax : (301) 480-1726


Assessment & Resources Guide for FAS/FAE (Revised Edition)
Prepared by Mary Wegmann, Linda Colfax, Mark Gray, and Barbara Reed

A guide on FAS/FAE assessment, diagnostic process, treatment, counseling, intervention and resources

Available for $12.95 (plus shipping & handling and 7.9% sales tax for Washington residents) from:

Pen Print Inc.
230 A East First
Port Angeles, WA 98362

Telephone: (360) 457-3404
Fax: (360) 457-6958
E-mail: services@penprintinc.com


Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
By Kieran D. O'Malley (Ed.) (2007). Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers.


A Baby Brother is Born To _______ (1993)
National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (NOFAS) and Heartsprings Inc.

A little, interactive book about welcoming a baby brother or sister into the world, designed to be customized with the name of the child awaiting the birth of his/her baby brother/sister. It is best read as a story/workbook, and presents why drinking during pregnancy is dangerous, in a simple yet beautiful way. In English and Spanish, with drawings by the celebrated Native American artist Sam English and text by Native American poet Luci Tapahonso.

Available for $10 from:

NOFAS
900 17th Street NW, Suite 910
Washington, DC 20006

Telephone: (202) 785-4585 or (800) 66-NOFAS Fax: (202) 466-6456
Email: information@nofas.org


The Broken Cord (1989)
By Michael Dorris, Harper & Row, Publisher

A family's ongoing struggle with FAS, this is the true story of an American Indian child adopted from a reservation. The boy develops slowly and has a wide range of physical, behavioral, and mental problems which his adoptive father, despite all his loving efforts, cannot alleviate. Searching to understand why, he learns the hard facts of FAS.

Available for approx. $13.00 (paperback) from most bookstores or inquire at your local library.


The Challenge of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Overcoming Secondary Disabilities (1997)
Edited by Ann Streissguth and Jonathan Kanter, University of Washington

Proceedings from the International FAS Conference in Seattle, September 4-6, 1996

Available for $17.95 (WA State residents add 8.8 % sales tax) plus $5.00 for shipping (and $1.00 for each additional book) from:

University of Washington Press
P.O. Box 50096
Seattle, WA 98145-5096

Telephone: (206) 543-8870 or (800) 441-4115
Fax: (800) 669-7993
Email: uwpord@u.washington.edu


Children of Prenatal Substance Abuse (1992)
By Shirley N. Sparks, Singular Publishing Group

A comprehensive, informational, well-researched and easy-to-read book. Presents an accurate profile of drug affected children and insight into the behaviors and problems faced by these children, as well as segments on addiction, treatment, prevention, and current research.

Available for $48.95 from:

Thomson Learning
PO Box 6904, Florence, KY 41022

Telephone: (859) 525-6630 or (800) 842-3636
Fax: (859) 647-5023


Diagnostic Guide for FAS and Related Conditions (1997)
By Susan Astley and Sterling Clarren, University of Washington

Available for $27.00 from:

FAS Diagnostic and Prevention Network
Center on Human Development and Disability
Box 357920
University of Washington
Seattle WA 98195-7920

Telephone: (206) 685-9888
Fax: (206) 543-5771


Fantastic Antone Succeeds (1993)
Edited by Judith Kleinfeld and Siobhan Wescot

A book about experiences in educating children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Available for $30 (hardback); $20 (paperback) from:

Univ. of Alaska Press
PO Box 756240
Fairbanks, AK 99775-6240

Telephone: (888) 252-6657, (907) 474-5813
Fax: (907) 474-5502
E-mail: fypress@uaf.edu


Fantastic Antone Grows Up (2000)
Edited by Judith Kleinfeld with Barbara Morse and Siobhan Wescott

A field guide to life with an adolescent or young adult with FAS/FAE. It consists of separate chapters written by psychologists, teachers, birth and adoptive parents, and alcohol-affected individuals themselves.

Available for $20 (paperback) from:

Univ. of Alaska Press
PO Box 756240
Fairbanks, AK 99775-6240

Telephone: (888) 252-6657, (907) 474-5813
Fax: (907) 474-5502
E-mail: fypress@uaf.edu


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Diagnosis, Epidemiology, Prevention, and Treatment (1996)
The Institute of Medicine Report.

Xerox-copies available from:

National Academy Press
500 5th St. NW
Lock Box 285
Washington, DC 20055

Telephone: (800) 624-6242 or (202) 334-3313


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Families and Communities (1997)
By Ann Streissguth, University of Washington

This compassionate and readable book by the expert psychologist who conducted some of the earliest examinations of children with FAS shows you how to identify the disorder and gives you the medical and social information you need to support families affected by FAS.

Available for approx. $22.95 (MD residents add 5% sales tax) No shipping and handling charges on orders pre-paid with checks. VISA, Mastercard, American Express, or company purchase orders are also accepted, from:

Brookes Publishing Co.
P.O. Box 10624
Baltimore, MD 21285-0624

Telephone: (410) 337-9580 or (800) 638-3775
Fax (410) 337-8539
E-mail: custserv@pbrookes.com


Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Curriculum for Addiction Professionals: Level 2

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Curriculum for Addiction Professionals: Level 2, was developed as a joint project of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Center for Excellence and the National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (NOFAS). The curriculum aims to help addiction professionals prevent, recognize and address FADS. It is intended as a training for social workers, certified addiction counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, and others in the treatment and recovery field. This curriculum has been designed for professionals who work with men, women, and adolescents in treatment, though some of the competencies (e.g., Prevention) focus on issues specific to women.

Available for free from:

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
http://ncadistore.samhsa.gov/catalog/productDetails.aspx?ProductID=17776


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Handbook (2002)
Center for Disabilities, Department of Pediatrics, University of South Dakota School of Medicine

This handbook provides a brief overview of some of the issues associated with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and directs readers to other resources.

Available from:

Director of Information and Resources
Center for Disabilities
Dept of Pediatrics
University of South Dakota School of Medicine
1400 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Phone: (605) 357-1439 or 1-800-658-3080 (Voice/TTY)


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects: An Information Booklet for American Indians (1993)
National Indian Child Welfare Association

An easy-to-read, 24-page booklet brings together various facts, stories and expert information about the devastating effects of alcohol consumption during pregnancy and breast feeding. It was designed for American Indians, but the information is relevant to everyone.

Catalog available for $1 from:

National Indian Child Welfare Association
5100 SW Macadam Ave, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97239

Telephone: (503) 222-4044
Fax: (503) 222-4007
Email: info@nicwa.org


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and the Criminal Justice System
By Julianne Conry, Ph.D. and Diane K. Fast, M.D., Ph.D.

This book provides information about people with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effects in the criminal justice system. Judges, Lawyers, probation and parole offices, those working within the legal system, individuals and their families will find this tool an excellent resource.

Available for $49.95 + $5.00 S&H from:

BC FAS Resource Society
P.O. Box 525
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 3P2
Canada

Telephone: (604) 467-5591
Fax: (604) 467-7102


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Implications for Correctional Service (1998)
By Fred J. Boland, Ph. D., Rebecca Burrill, Michelle Duwyn and Jennifer Karp

This report reviews the literature on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome from the perspective of the implications this condition might have for the criminal justice system and for Correctional Service Canada.


Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: The Impact on Children's Ability to Learn (1994)
By Karen B. Troccoli, National Health/Education Consortium (NHEC) Occasional Paper #10

Designed for health care professionals, educators, public policy-makers, parents, and family members, this report addresses the importance of identifying children with FAS/FAE early and providing them services tailored to their special needs.

Available for $5 from:

Children of Alcoholics Foundation
164 W. 74th St.
New York, NY 10023

Telephone: (212) 595-5810, ext. 7760
To place an order: (800) 488-DRUG, ext. 2
Fax: (212) 595-2553
Email: coaf@phoenixhouse.org


Journey Through the Healing Circle; an innovative series on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (2000)
Produced by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS)

A partnership of Washington State agencies, health-care experts, and traditional Northwest tribal storytellers has produced a collection of stories, health tips, and practical knowledge to help parents and foster parents learn about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and understand how it affects their children.

"Journey Through the Healing Circle" is now available to parents, schools, and other social service agencies as a series of videotapes, video CDs, and professionally illustrated workbooks.

Although items can be ordered induividually, the whole set (4 books, 2 tapes, 4 CDs, 2 posters) is available for only $60.00 (Washington State Residents add 8.8% Sales Tax) from:

Washington State Alcohol/Drug Clearinghouse
6535 5th Place South
Seattle, WA 98108

Telephone: (206) 725-9696 or (800) 662-9111
Fax: (206) 722-1032
Email: clearinghouse@adhl.org


Living with FASD (2003)
By Sara Graefe

An easy-to-read and up-to-date guide for those living with FASD, complete with numerous examples and resources.

Available for $19.95 from:

SNAP (Society of Special Needs Adoptive Parents)
101-2780 East Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5M 1Y8
CANADA

Phone: (604) 687-3114 or (800) 663-7627 (British Columbia only)
Fax: (604) 687-3364
E-mail: snap@snap.bc.ca


The Mother's Survival Guide to Recovery
By Laurie L. Tanner, New Harbinger Publications

An easy-to-read, comprehensive, how-to book for helping professionals, lawmakers & families. Includes nationwide referrals & resources.

Available for $5 + S&H from:

ADICMA.COM
PO Box 986
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Phone: (760) 934-2499
Email: Adicma@Adicma.com


My Name is Amanda and I have FAE
FAS/E Support Network of BC

A book for young children with FAS/E. It is intended to provide basic information and to encourage discussion.

Available for $10 from:

FAS/E Support Network of BC
108- 17767- 64th Avenue
Cloverdale, BC V3S 1Z2
CANADA

Phone: (604) 576-9911
Email: info@fetalalcohol.com


A Training Manual for Trainers: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome & Fetal Alcohol Related Conditions (1998)
By Carolyn Hartness

Available on-line


Understanding the Occurrence of Secondary Disabilities in Clients with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) (1996)
By A.P. Streissguth, H.M. Barr, J. Kogan, and F.L. Bookstein, University of Washington: supported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

We are asking that you make a donation of $5.00 to cover publication and mailing costs. Make contributions payable to "FAS Research Fund". Send to:

Research Manager
Fetal Alcohol & Drug Unit
180 Nickerson Street, Suite 309
Seattle, WA 98109-1631

Telephone: (206)543-7155
Fax: (206) 685-2903
Email: fadu@u.washington.edu


Watch For The Rainbows (2001) - Revised First Edition
By Frances Kapp and Kieran O'Malley

A collaboration between an educator and a psychiatrist, this book combines true stories with medical insights, making it a great tool to help educators and other caregivers of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders understand these children.

Please make checks and money orders payable to "Frances Kapp Education"

Available for $24.95 plus shipping from:

Frances Kapp Education
Suite #335
305-4625 Varsity Drive NW
Calgary, AB T3A 0Z9

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