Altered neuronal network connectivity in children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and its association with inhibitory function

Our findings reveal early disruptions in FC within the DMN and FPN in young children with FASD, highlighting altered interactions between key brain regions implicated in inhibitory control and executive function. These neural alterations were associated with behavioral deficits in attention and cognitive control, suggesting that FC abnormalities may underlie core cognitive impairments in FASD. Findings underscore the importance of early identification and intervention strategies targeting neural network dysfunctions to improve cognitive outcomes in children with FASD.