Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
MONDO:0000408A group of disorders caused by a prenatal exposure to maternal consumption of alcohol leading to a range of behavioral, cognitive and neurological deficits in the offspring. It is characterized by physical growth problems, distinct facies, and varying psycho-neurological issues.
Also known as: fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, foetal alcohol spectrum disorders, FAE (fetal alcohol effects), FAEs (fetal alcohol effects), FASD, FASDs, alcohol related birth defects, alcohol related neurodevelopmental disorder
122 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 22 tagged with Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder itself.
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Sub-types of Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
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Fetal alcohol syndrome 17 trials
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Alcohol-related birth defect 0 trials
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Partial fetal alcohol syndrome 0 trials
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Can a smartphone app curb drinking during pregnancy?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a phone-based program called MommyCheckup to see if it helps pregnant women who drink alcohol cut back or stop. The program includes a short motivational video and tailored text messages. Researchers enrolled 384 pregnant women across three states to see if the …
Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New app aims to protect native women from alcohol-affected pregnancies
Prevention CompletedThis study is developing and testing a smartphone app designed for Native American women to help them avoid pregnancy affected by alcohol. Researchers will gather feedback and pilot test new features with 407 women who are at risk. The goal is to reduce risky drinking and improve…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Smartphone tool helps native teens prevent alcohol-related birth defects
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a culturally adapted mobile health program called Mobile CHOICES to help urban American Indian and Alaska Native young women (ages 16-20) avoid drinking alcohol during pregnancy. The goal was to reduce the risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, which cause li…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Can a special therapy help teens with fetal alcohol disorders?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is helpful and acceptable for teens aged 14–17 with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Nine teens and their caregivers took part in a program that included individual therapy, group skills trainin…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New app aims to ease parenting challenges for kids with FASD
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app called FMF Connect for parents and caregivers of children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). The app provides helpful information and peer support to manage children's behavior. 129 parents participated, and researchers measured chang…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Green tea extract may sharpen minds of kids with fetal alcohol syndrome
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a daily dose of EGCG, a natural compound found in green tea, could improve cognitive performance in 36 children aged 7 to 14 with fetal alcohol syndrome. The children took EGCG for one year and had their thinking skills measured at the start, at 6 …
Sponsor: Fundacion Clinic per a la Recerca Biomédica • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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A drop of blood may reveal hidden prenatal alcohol exposure
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study is testing whether epigenetic changes in newborn blood can serve as a biomarker for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD). Researchers will collect umbilical cord blood at birth and heel stick blood at 48 hours from 600 newborns, and compare these with blood alcohol l…
Sponsor: CAMC Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic fingerprints to detect FASD earlier
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 188 children (ages 0-18) with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) in Reunion Island to better describe the condition and find a unique "epigenetic signature" in their DNA. Researchers collected blood and cheek swabs from a small group of children with FAS…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC