FASD Network UK@FASDNETUK

Raising awareness for social change. #FASD - Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Founder, trainer, author, caregiver, advocate. UK change-agent. Maria Catterick

 Stockton-on-Tees
fasdnetwork.org
Joined December 2010
FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability. It's time for improved community awareness, bottle labelling, poster campaigns, PSHE lessons and support services. We can change the future by advocating for more awareness campaigns. #FASD #Prevention #Alcohol
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Most UK regions have no commissioned services for #FASD diagnosis or support despite affecting 2-4% of the population. In 2022 NICE FASD quality standards outlined expectations. Still waiting! #disabilitydiscrimination #FASD #FASDGrowsUp
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Today is FASD Day. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #FASD FASDGrowsUp
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There are a range of 428 potential lifelong health impacts for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure. Lifetime health starts with an alcohol free pregnancy. #FASD #pregnancy #FASDGrowsUp
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September marks FASD awareness month. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #FASD #FASDGrowsUp
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FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability and learning disability. It's time for improved community awareness, bottle labelling, poster campaigns, PSHE lessons and support services. We can change the future by advocating for more awareness campaigns. #FASD #Prevention
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In a UK study, 75% of adopted children had prenatal alcohol histories. FASD Network UK, advocates for including FASD information in adoption preparation training to strengthen and support families. #adoption #FASD
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FASD Network UK has been providing information, support and training to families and practitioners in the North East, Yorkshire & Humber areas for 14 years. Contact us for resources or to arrange bespoke training for your organisation. #FASD #Training fasdnetwork.org
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Around 70% of individuals diagnosed with #FASD have experienced foster care. With training, foster carers are driving recognition of FASD and creating more positive futures for their children. #Fostercare #Fostering
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Teachers, are you looking for resources for your school on #FASD? Academic success starts with understanding your pupils. Visit the website to access a range of free, practical resources. #FASD #school #teaching #FASDAwareness
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Are you aware of unit measures? Public Health recommends to limit alcohol intake to 14 units weekly for both men and women. However, during pregnancy, it's safest to avoid alcohol completely to prevent permanent birth defects. #FASD #Alcohol #Pregnancy #FASDAwareness
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If you need help to keep your pregnancy alcohol free, talk to your midwife or GP. Find support that works for you during your pregnancy. #pregnancyhealth #midwife #FASD #alcohol #FASDAwareness
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Around 2 babies are born every day with FASD in the North East of England. This is not a rare condition, and it is life changing. No Alcohol = No Risk #alcohol #FASD #disability
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#FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability. It's caused by exposure to alcohol in pregnancy, even before pregnancy recognition with over 400 potential impacts. Awareness and support changes lives. #alcohol #pregnancy
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Most regions have no ICB commissioning for #FASD diagnosis despite affecting 2-4% of the population. In 2022 NICE FASD quality standards outlined expectations. Still waiting! Unacceptable! #disabilitydiscrimination #ICB
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Are you caring for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure or FASD? Want to know more about #FASD? Get in touch for more information. We are a community of individuals with the resources to help you feel supported. #Kinship #Connectedcarer
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With proper resources and backing, children and adults with #FASD can thrive! Access free resources on our website to look at strategies and support that makes a difference. #FASD
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There are a range of 428 potential lifelong health impacts for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure. Lifetime health starts with an alcohol free pregnancy. #FASD #First1001days #pregnancy
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At birth, a baby's brain will already have 100 billion connections. Support your baby's brain development with an alcohol-free pregnancy. #FASD #BrainHealth #Alcohol
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September marks FASD awareness month. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #BestStart #FASD
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For babies, there's no safe time, no safe amount and no safe type of alcohol. Will you champion alcohol free pregnancies? Share this knowledge with you friends, family, and coworkers. #FASD #alcohol #pregnancy #childdevelopment
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FASD Challenge 2025. Join thousands of people in challenging the silence and indifference to #FASD in media, policies, services, commissioning, and legislation. #FASDChallenge2025 #FASDOneGiantLeap buff.ly/40fYMow
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FASD Challenge 2025. Your mission is to is to challenge all forms of systems discrimination and the absence of acknowledgement of FASD in media, policies, services, commissioning, and legislation, to address the silence surrounding FASD. #FASDChallenge2025 #FASDOneGiantLeap
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Protecting vulnerable young adults with #FASD is crucial and must be a priority. This #AdultSafeguardingWeek listen to the podcast the 'Lizzie Gladwell Crisis, When Safeguarding Fails' from a NE Lincolnshire family. @Focus_iasw @Humberbeat @NELCouncil buff.ly/40XDnlZ
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This #Adultsafeguarding week, ensure that your teams discuss #FASD. We have so many examples of services missing the mark, and want to support positive changes.
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Over 90% of people with #FASD have a comorbid mental health diagnosis. Therapeutic responses need to take into account neuro-developmental conditions like FASD. Want more info? Contact us! #mentalhealth
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At birth, a baby's brain will already have 100 billion connections. Encourage moms-to-be to support their baby's brain development with an alcohol-free pregnancy. #FASD #BrainHealth #Alcohol
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Want to read a book on #FASD? This is a book for parents, carers and professionals that provides a helpful guide, no matter how you are linked with FASD. #books
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The majority of UK public health teams have no commissioned services for #FASD despite it affecting around 2-5% of the population. We have resources to help you raise awareness in your community to help bridge this gap - contact us! #publichealth
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For babies, there's no safe time, no safe amount and no safe type of alcohol. Will you champion alcohol free pregnancies? Share this knowledge with you friends, family, and coworkers. #FASD #alcohol #pregnancy #childdevelopment
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With proper resources and backing, children and adults with #FASD can thrive! Access free resources on our website to look at strategies and support that makes a difference. #FASD
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Are you aware of unit measures? Public Health recommends to limit alcohol intake to 14 units weekly for both men and women. However, during pregnancy, it's safest to avoid alcohol completely to prevent permanent birth defects. #FASD #Alcohol #Pregnancy
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Early recognition, diagnosis and intervention provides the best life outcomes for those with #FASD. We have resources for you - follow the link in our bio! #childdevelopment
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Around 70% of individuals diagnosed with #FASD have experienced foster care. With training, foster carers are driving recognition of FASD and creating more positive futures for their children. #Fostercare
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FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability and learningdisability It's time for improved community awareness, bottle labelling, poster campaigns, PSHE lessons and support services. We can change the future by advocating for more resources about the risk! #FASD
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Many children with FASD have faced a delayed diagnosis due to the singular focus on trauma and attachment in fostering & adoption services. It's time to broaden understanding and consider FASD. #fostering #trauma #attachment #adoption
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Many children with FASD had only their Autism, ADHD or Sensory Processing needs identified initially. The full picture is important - FASD is visible when understood. #FASD #Autism #ADHD
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A baby a day is born in the North East with FASD. This is not a rare condition, and it is life changing. No Alcohol = No Risk #alcohol #FASD
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#FASD is a leading cause of preventable learning disability. It's caused by exposure to alcohol in pregnancy. Awareness and support changes lives. #learningdisability
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The majority of UK public health teams have no commissioned services for #FASD despite it affecting around 2-5% of the population. We have resources to help you raise awareness in your community to help bridge this gap - contact us! #publichealth
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If you need help to keep your pregnancy alcohol free, talk to your midwife or GP. Find support that works for you during your pregnancy. #pregnancyhealth #midwife #FASD #alcohol
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Looking for free resources for FASD? Explore a variety of free resources on our website to access a range of practical resources for parents, carers and professionals.
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Looking for resources for teachers and support staff about #FASD? Visit the website link in the bio to access a range of free, practical resources. #FASDresources
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Are you caring for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure or FASD? Want to know more about #FASD? Get in touch for more information. We are a community of individuals with the resources to help you feel supported. #Kinship #Connectedcarer
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At birth, a baby's brain will already have 100 billion connections. Encourage moms-to-be to support their baby's brain development with an alcohol-free pregnancy. #FASD #pregnancytips #FASD #alcohol #pregnancytips
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There are a range of 428 potential lifelong health impacts for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure. Lifetime health starts with an alcohol free pregnancy. #FASD #First1001days #pregnancy
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In a UK study, 75% of adopted children had prenatal alcohol histories. FASD Network UK, advocates for including FASD information in adoption preparation training to strengthen and support families. #adoption #FASD
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September marks FASD awareness month. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #BestStart #FASD
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FASD Network UK has been providing information support and training about FASD to families and practitioners in the North East and Yorkshire & Humber areas for over 12 years. Contact us for resources or to arrange bespoke training for your organisation. #FASD #Training
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