Abstract

FERNANDES-MAGALHAES, Roberto et al. Neurorehabilitation effects on fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: a single case study. Rev. Asoc. Esp. Neuropsiq. [online]. 2023, vol.43, n.143, pp.89-115.  Epub July 31, 2023. ISSN 2340-2733.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/s0211-57352023000100006.

The present investigation consisted of a single case study of a 10-year-old child from international adoption with symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Due to the symptomatological complexity of the disorder and its diagnosis, currently there are no effective treatments. The study started with a neurocognitive evaluation where alterations in attention, memory and executive functions were observed, which manifested themselves in great impulsivity, as well as in difficulties in self-regulation. A 96-ses- sion neurorehabilitation program was designed, focusing on a multidisciplinary approach to the altered cognitive, behavioral and functional aspects. The application of the rehabilitation program produced a general improvement in the patient's functional capacity, specially in attention processes and the capacity for self-regulation. The results obtained highlight the value of the application of multidisciplinary neurorehabilitation programs as an effective tool in the treatment of the clinical symptoms of FASD and the improvement in the adaptation of patients to the demands of their daily lives.

Keywords : cognitive dysfunction; fetal alcohol spectrum disorder; neurorehabilitation; neuropsychology; occupational therapy.

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