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

That, Ms. McNeill argued, had led to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, which was misdiagnosed by experts throughout Mr. Cruz’s life.

From New York Times ● Oct. 13, 2022

While this type of policy makes work manageable at clinics, it also excludes a lot of children who might have a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

From Salon ● Feb. 17, 2022

Jurors at his 2012 trial as well as previous appeals court rulings have rejected Soliz’s claims that his actions were due to the impacts of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

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.

From Slate