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====== Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder ====== | ====== Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder ====== | ||
- | FASD is evident in the North, as it is elsewhere. As the aquatics environment (especially during swimming lessons) is both physically and mentally stimulating, the pool is a place where staff need to be aware of the needs of individuals affected by FASD. In order to effectively communicate and provide a safe and enjoyable pool experience for all, it is important to understand the symptoms of FASD as well as strategies for working with affected individuals. Staff at the community health centre/nursing station are often good sources of information on FASD. | + | FASD is evident in the north, as it is elsewhere. The pool is a physically and mentally stimulating place, especially during swimming lessons. It is a place where staff members need to be aware of the needs of individuals affected by FASD. |
- | Check this reference for more information on: | + | To effectively communicate and provide a safe and enjoyable pool experience for all, it is important to understand the symptoms of FASD and some strategies to work with affected individuals. Staff people at the community health centre/nursing station are often good sources of information. |
+ | Check this reference for more information on: | ||
* What is FASD? | * What is FASD? | ||
- | * Prevalence/Incidence | + | * Prevalence. |
- | * Why FASD matters to swimming pool staff | + | * Why FASD matters to swimming pool staff. |
- | * Strategies for successful instruction | + | * Strategies for successful instruction. |
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{{:fetal_20alcohol_20spectrum_20disorder.docx| Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder}} | {{:fetal_20alcohol_20spectrum_20disorder.docx| Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder}} | ||
- | [[list_of_websites|Check links]] at the end of this report for further information | + | For more information check the links at the end of this manual. |