Ann Streissguth, leading
FASD researcher at the University of Washington.
Dr. Streissguth has been involved in the study of fetal alcohol
brain damage since 1972 and was on the team that first identified fetal alcohol
syndrome in the scientific literature forty years ago.
Not only does she pursue groundbreaking research but also
runs a treatment clinic for children and adolescents affected by FASD.
There, clients may work on practical skills, such as controlling the urge to shoplift—“Hands in your pockets, girls!”
The clinic supports families with counseling services and guidance to help prevent secondary disabilities.
Dr. Streissguth has received many awards for her research and compassionate service.
There, clients may work on practical skills, such as controlling the urge to shoplift—“Hands in your pockets, girls!”
The clinic supports families with counseling services and guidance to help prevent secondary disabilities.
Dr. Streissguth has received many awards for her research and compassionate service.
Ann Streissguth is one of many researchers around the world working
on FASD--a topic whose time has come!
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