Search results for ‘Publisher:"fasd trust"’ Sort:
Results 1 - 1 of 1
Initial report of the inquiry into the current picture of FASD in the UK today
- Author:
- ALL PARLIAMENTARY GROUP ON FASD
- Publishers:
- All Parliamentary Group on FASD, FASD Trust
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 22
- Place of publication:
- London
Report of an inquiry into Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in the UK. The report draws on written and oral evidence from parents and carers of children with FASD, organisations and professionals, including a private session with a group of parents, carers, and two people affected by FASD. Themes from the evidence are discussed in the following areas: pregnancy and alcohol, medical perspective, the impact on parents, carers and people with FASD; children in care or adopted who are affected by FASD; education; economic impact; the alcohol industry; and how the UK compares with other countries in terms of raising awareness and providing support. The report concludes that the UK is behind similarly-developed countries in implementing prevention guidelines and services to support people affected by FASD. The Inquiry also found that whilst more children are being diagnosed with FASD, there is still a major gap in appropriate support and advice post-diagnosis. Recommendations include: ensuring that comprehensive training is provided to social workers and other staff so they are fully aware of the issue of FASD; that adoption preparation clearly identifies the likelihood of adopting a child with FASD, what FASD is and how to adapt parenting strategies accordingly; and that post-adoption support is tailored to meet the needs of children with FASD and their parents. (Edited publisher abstract)