by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
whether we like it or not, trauma is inextricably linked to adoption. Of course, not all children who join their families through adoption have experienced trauma, but many have. Until fairly recently, it was assumed that only children who have experienced extreme...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Adoptive parents need to understand that parenting a child who has experienced trauma requires an awareness that the past trauma(s) may impact how a child acts and reacts. Reaching out for support from professionals, friends, and family are helpful, as well as...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Some children who are waiting to be adopted may have had previous prenatal exposure to drugs and/or alcohol.The Canada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Research Network (CanFASD) is a collaborative, interdisciplinary research network. CanFASD researchers are currently...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Access Child and Youth Diagnosis and Assessment Services in Saskatchewan. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a diagnostic term used to “describe impacts on the brain and body of individuals prenatally exposed to alcohol. It is a life-long neurodevelopmental...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Saskatchewan Prevention Institute is a non-profit organization, founded in 1980. Their focus is to reduce the occurrence of disabling conditions in children using primary prevention methods. We raise awareness by providing training, information, and resources...