Effects of Drugs on Embryonic Development?

Question by Nadya Bakuchev: Effects of drugs on embryonic development?
What are the later psychological effects on a child or teenager of crack, cocaine, meth, and alcohol on an embryo or fetus.

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Brain/Neurological defects.

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