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What is the primary cause of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
What is the primary cause of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
- Maternal age
- Genetic factors
- Exposure to environmental toxins
- Consumption of alcohol during pregnancy (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
- Distinctive facial features (correct)
- Normal intellectual development
- Accelerated growth rate
- High birth weight
What is the long-term impact of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome on cognitive development?
What is the long-term impact of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome on cognitive development?
- Improved attention span
- Impaired learning and memory (correct)
- Normal cognitive development
- Enhanced cognitive abilities
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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
- The primary cause of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is prenatal exposure to alcohol, which can occur when a pregnant woman consumes alcohol during pregnancy.
Characteristics of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is characterized by a pattern of abnormal facial features, growth deficiency, and central nervous system problems.
Long-term Impact on Cognitive Development
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome can have a long-term impact on cognitive development, leading to learning and behavioral problems, including attention deficits, memory problems, and intellectual disability.
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