FASD Hub

FASD stands for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. It can arise from alcohol exposure during pregnancy and affects the developing brain and body of an individual before they are born. FASD is a lifelong, neurodevelopmental condition, often referred to as a hidden disability. Each person with FASD is affected differently. Each person with FASD has both strengths and challenges.

Individuals with FASD and their families may need support to learn FASD-informed strategies to help them prosper. When an early diagnosis is made, the right supports are put in place in education, at home, and in the workplace, individuals are more likely to succeed and achieve throughout life.

Care experienced children and young people could be four times as likely to have FASD as the general population with some studies estimating prevalence could be as high as 33%.

(Lange et al., 2013)

FASD is estimated to be 3-5 times more prevalent than autism and on par with typical ADHD.

(FAAST 2013 / SIGN 145)

FASD Community

The FASD community across the UK and beyond is expanding at a fast and growing pace, which is excellent news for those seeking support as parents/carers and individuals with FASD. FASD Hub Scotland are pleased to be an active member of the FASD UK Alliance which is a coalition of groups and individuals from across the UK who are united together for positive social change for those affected by FASD.

FASD Hub Scotland are a member organisation of Embracing Complexity – an organisation who bring together those working to improve the lives of people with neurodevelopmental conditions (NDCs). By thinking differently about how we campaign, fund research, and offer support, we can improve lives faster, more efficiently and more effectively.

Find out more about Embracing Complexity