FASD – Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness

Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a term used to describe the permanent impacts on the brain and body of individuals prenatally exposed to alcohol during pregnancy resulting in a spectrum of physical, neurological, emotional and behavioural regulation characteristics.

Who could benefit from this training?

If you come into contact with young people or adults or want to gain a better understanding, then this course is for you.

Aim:

To provide an overview of Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Learning Objectives:

To raise awareness of current medical guidance regarding alcohol use.
To gain an awareness of the potential effect of substance use on pregnancy and the effects on the developing baby
To discuss potential long-term effects on the child
Understand care pathway and referral routes into the County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services.