Dr. Champagne is a distinguished researcher, renowned nationally for her profound
impact on childhood well-being and mental health. Her expertise, rooted in both
scientific inquiry and personal experience as a caregiver of children with disabilities,
lends a unique depth to her work.

As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Champagne spearheads transformative initiatives, serving as
a principal investigator and collaborator on a multitude of projects. Notably, she has led the development and execution of programs aimed at supporting families navigating the complexities of raising children with conditions such as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Additionally, she has contributed significantly to addressing the challenges faced by caregivers dealing with aggression from their children or adolescents.

Central to Dr. Champagne's approach is a commitment to equity, innovation, and
community engagement. Her research endeavours are driven by a profound dedication
to enhancing the lives of individuals and families, ensuring that every project she
undertakes yields meaningful, tangible benefits.

Beyond her research, Dr. Champagne offers invaluable consultation services,
specializing in FASD, program evaluation, implementation, and addressing aggression
towards family members including caregivers during childhood and adolescence
(AFCCA). Her expertise extends beyond academia, directly impacting policy, practice,
and ultimately, the lives of those she serves.

CONSULTING

Service Provider Training: FASD (2021)

FASD Ontario Website: (2019)

FASD and Me: Strengthening My Community Booklet, Adopt4Life, French Terminology (2021)

RESEARCH

Champagne, M., McCrossin, J., Pei, J., Reynolds, J. (2023). A tornado in the family: A scoping review for children and youth who display aggression in the context of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Frontiers Neuroscience, https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnins.2023.1176695/full

Noyek, S; Davies,C. T; Champagne, M; Batorowicz, B; Fayed, N. (2021). Conceptualization of emotional well-being of children and youth with severe motor and communication impairments. DevelopmentalNeurorehabilitation.

Champagne, M., Pagé, G. Quand la thérapie de l’attachement rencontre le Trouble du spectre de l’alcoolisation fœtale et le trauma complexe. Revue Service Social. Vol 67.

McCrossin, J; Champagne, M. (2021). Working with Interpreters: Clinical Implications for Couple and Family Therapists. Revue Intervention.

Champagne, M; Willis, R; Reynolds, J. (2021). COVID-19 pandemic challenges for families of children and youth impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Developmental Disabilities.

IN THE NEWS

https://www.thewhig.com/news/local-news/we-want-families-to-be-able-to-continue-living-with-their-children-safely

https://kidsbrainhealth.ca/kbhn-researcher-wins-mitacs-award-for-closing-gap-in-support-services-available-to-canadian-families-experiencing-aggression-in-the-home/

OTHER

The COVID-19 pandemic brought many challenges to families already strained by the complexity of caring for adopted children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)