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What is FASD?
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What is FASD?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the term used to describe the lifelong physical and/or neurodevelopmental impairments that can result from fetal alcohol exposure. FASD is a condition that is an outcome of parents either not being aware of the dangers of alcohol use when pregnant or planning a pregnancy, or not being supported to stay healthy and strong during pregnancy.
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Supporting the cause!
Amazing organisations and people continue their support. Thank you to:
NOFASD acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to the land, water and community. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.
NOFASD Blog
NOFASD Australia is a supporter of the End alcohol advertising in sport campaign.
"Alcohol advertising during sport is extensive, has features that appeal to children, and instils the idea that consumption of... https://t.co/n5EioyHoij
Technology can be a wonderful tool for teaching individuals with #FASD a variety of skills. They do well with a 'whole brain' approach to learning. Who knew that Google Glass would turn out to be a pretty awesome way to teach social-emotional skills! https://t.co/BdhkQG7svz
CONFERENCE GRANTS - if you are you planning to go or have already registered for the Australasian FASD Conference you only have two more days to get your application in to be in the draw to have your conference... https://t.co/IyT0vPzaHM
Fyi @AMSANTaus #FASD https://t.co/VQ0p9SebnX
#Didyouknow that #FASD occurs in every society, regardless of group, community or socioeconomic status. #fasdinNL
FASD READER RECOMMENDATIONS!
At NOFASD we are interested to hear which books have been most valuable to you in your #FASD journey? We would love to compile a list of “Reader Recommendations” to share with the community. Click... https://t.co/3cEQQsXzNz
CONFERENCE GRANTS - if you are you planning to go or have already registered for the Australasian FASD Conference you only have two more days to get your application in to be in the draw to have your conference... https://t.co/IyT0vPzaHM
The importance of choosing #FASD messages carefully!
With International #FASDAwarenessDay just around the corner it is important to ensure that the wording in the... https://t.co/cRtUmuzRP9
BARRIERS TO ACCESSING EDUCATION IN THE NT
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a particularly challenging issue in education. #FASD is not easily identified and often goes undiagnosed.... https://t.co/hWYSFP99V5
THIS WEEK IS BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS WEEK! A great opportunity to also raise awareness about #FASD - an acquired brain injury. https://t.co/0Fz0MKa9yy
NOFASD Australia is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Health.