Strategies for Supporting the Development of Abilities of Children with FASD in the Family Environment: Possibilities and Dilemmas

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abilities, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, parental support, predispositions, difficulties

Abstract

Parents or guardians who have full or partial custody of a child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) witness the child’s complex and unique development and accompany them in acquiring competencies in various learning environments. The aim of the study was to explore the opinions of parents and guardians of children with FASD regarding the needs and possibilities for developing their children's abilities. In order to describe strategies for supporting children with FASD, opinions were collected from 39 parents or caregivers. The analysis identified several key aspects of promoting the abilities of children with FASD: the personal involvement of parents and caregivers, positive reinforcement, financial support, and the use of social and cultural resources. Respondents also highlighted a number of challenges in the care and education of children with FASD in Poland, particularly the insufficient knowledge among educational staff about both the difficulties and strengths of these children. Based on this analysis, it seems crucial to provide caregivers with appropriate support, practical guidance, and tools to help them consciously nurture the potential of the children in their care.

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KOWALSKA, Monika and KOSEK, Agnieszka. Strategies for Supporting the Development of Abilities of Children with FASD in the Family Environment: Possibilities and Dilemmas. Studia Paedagogica Ignatiana. Online. 26 March 2025. Vol. 28, no. 1, pp. 81-97. [Accessed 28 June 2025].

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