Are you a Veteran with a history of childhood abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction? Then you may be at a higher risk for problematic alcohol or drug use, especially if you are a woman Veteran.
Findings could yield insights into the causes of the conditions that affect health and identify targets for the development of medications to treat these problems.
As we continue to observe Alcohol Awareness Month during April, it is an appropriate time to learn more about FASD and its potential impact on women Veterans and others.
Alexander Aiken’s life has changed drastically since he dedicated himself to sober living. He credits Charleston VA Medical Center and the people he’s met along the way with helping to turn his life around.