fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

American  

[feet-l al-kuh-hawl spek-truhm dis-awr-der, alkuh-hol] / ˈfit l ˈæl kəˌhɔl ˈspɛk trəm dɪsˌɔr dər, ˈælkəˌhɒl /

noun

1. any of several disorders characterized by a variable cluster of birth defects that may include facial abnormalities, growth deficiency, intellectual disability, and other impairments, caused by the mother's consumption of alcohol during pregnancy. FASD

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Etymology

Origin of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

First recorded in 1995–2000

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fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Throughout the trial, Cruz’s defense attorneys alleged that Cruz suffered from “neurological disorders” related to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 13, 2022

Undergirding Ms. McNeill’s argument was the contention that the gunman had suffered throughout his life from fetal alcohol spectrum disorder that went undiagnosed until after the shooting.

From New York Times ● Aug. 22, 2022

Patients with a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder can experience a range of effects from difficulty with attention and impulse control, to growth deficiencies and more.

From Salon ● Feb. 17, 2022

Soliz’s lawyers had argued he suffers from fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, which left him with brain damage.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 9, 2019

Our youngest has fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, so he also has his share of quirks, including a ton of nervous energy.

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