Explore insights, research updates, commentary, and reflections from the University of Salford FASD research group. Our blog features discussions on emerging evidence, public awareness, policy, lived experience, events, and developments relating to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in the UK and internationally.
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 […]