FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder): Understanding the Diagnosis
Duration: 31 mins
Publication Date: 8 Nov 2023
Next Review Date: 8 Nov 2026
DOI: 10.13056/acamh.24914
Description
In this ‘In Conversation’ podcast, Sandra Butcher and Rachel Jackson provide insight into Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). In the United Kingdom, September is celebrated as FASD Awareness Month, with 9 September internationally recognised as International FASD Day.
Learning Objectives
1. What is FASD, its prevalence, and its presentation?
2. The risks of alcohol consumption whilst pregnant.
3. A compelling lived experience perspective of living with FASD, and the importance of understanding a diagnosis.
4. Why FASD is commonly not recognised and often not understood.
5. The importance of a correct diagnosis and support available.
6. What the FASD manifesto is and what you can do to help people with FASD.
7. The messages for mental health professionals and policymakers.
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