Prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) can affect how a child learns, develops and manages daily tasks. But can the data that is already collected by schools help us spot these neurodevelopmental differences? A study from the University of Salford using an existing dataset called “Born in Bradford” helps us understand this more clearly. The research team […]
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a permanent developmental condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. Many individuals with FASD also have significant postnatal adversity such as neglect. Postnatal neglect can lead to neurodevelopmental differences that are similar to those seen in FASD. It is therefore important to delineate the impact of neglect from the impact […]
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that is massively under-recognised across the United Kingdom. Even though it is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental conditions, health services, professional training and access to diagnosis remain limited. This blog provides an overview for practitioners and academics of the current understanding, diagnosis, and support […]
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure. Even though it is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders internationally, FASD is significantly under reported across the UK. This under reporting means that there are implications for service planning, diagnosis and long-term outcomes for affected individuals and their families. […]
Foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and investigative interviewing is an under-researched yet important area within the criminal justice system. Individuals with FASD are estimated to be 19 times more likely to encounter the criminal justice system (CJS) compared to individuals without FASD. Despite this increased likelihood of CJS contact, limited research has examined how FASD […]
FASD training is urgently needed within social services. Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE), is likely to be encountered frequently by social workers. Children involved with social services are at greater risk of PAE, yet many professionals report limited preparation to recognise or respond to FASD […]
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. During pregnancy, alcohol can pass through the placenta into the amniotic fluid and developing foetus. Because the baby’s body, especially the liver, is not fully developed, it cannot process alcohol effectively. As a result, alcohol can stay in the baby’s system for longer […]
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is one of the most common, and most underrecognised neurodevelopmental conditions in the world. Yet despite its prevalence, we know remarkably little about how individuals with FASD navigate one of the most high-stakes situations a person can face: an encounter with the criminal justice system. That is about to change. […]