Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Myths, Realities, and Support
Sickboy
CBC
4.8 • 524 Ratings
🗓️ 3 September 2024
⏱️ 62 minutes
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Summary
When it comes to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), understanding is key, but misconceptions often get in the way. In this episode, Sickboy sits down with Judy Heilik to shed light on the realities of living with FASD. They tackle the stigma and blame that often surround the condition, emphasizing the need for empathy and support. Judy explains how alcohol consumption during pregnancy can impact brain development, leading to a range of challenges from emotional regulation to social interactions. She also delve into the barriers that make accessing resources difficult and highlight the importance of a holistic approach to care. This conversation is a call to action for increased awareness and a more compassionate perspective on FASD.
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| 0:50.3 | Music This is a CBC podcast. All righty folks, this week, me and the guys sit down with Judy. |
| 0:55.8 | And Judy is currently working with an FASD service in Alberta. |
| 1:03.7 | What is FASD, you ask? |
| 1:07.0 | Well, the term stands for fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. It was a fascinating |
| 1:14.8 | conversation that we have with Judy. We dive into the world of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, |
| 1:20.5 | which is mired in misunderstanding and misconceptions and stigma. Judy has a master's in social work and has been |
| 1:32.5 | working with the FASD community for a while now, and she added just an absolutely eye-opening |
| 1:39.6 | and wonderful perspective to the work that she does and to the folks who are out there who struggle |
| 1:45.8 | with FASD. So hope you enjoy this as much as we did. Stick around for the end. In the wrap |
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| 2:09.9 | side. All right, today we are thrilled to welcome to the show, |
| 2:25.3 | our friend Judy, with a master's in social work and a passion for helping others. |
| 2:30.1 | Judy currently dedicates her time to supporting families affected by FASD in Alberta. |
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