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FASD Diagnosis Expand FASD assessment and diagnosis Seeking an FASD assessment can feel daunting, partly because of the nature of the process and partly because of the implications a diagnosis may have for you, your family and your child. There can be significant wait times before and during an assessment, and it is not uncommon for parents and carers to feel frustrated by the process. FASD diagnosis and assessment factsheet Co-written with the FAAST Team and Scottish FASD Strategy Group, this factsheet has all you need to know about the first steps of seeking an FASD diagnosis. Brain domains pack The 10 Brain Domains are central to understanding FASD. This pack tells you all you need to know and help to you plan for assessment appointments. SIGN 156: website This website gives an introduction to the SIGN 156 (Children and young people exposed prenatally to alcohol) Guidelines and links to further resources SIGN 156 Full Guideline Clinical guidance for those involved in the FASD diagnostic pathway. SIGN FASD Parent and Carer Handbook A must-have resource for families seeking an FASD diagnosis, giving information on who and what the assessment involves. Children’s Neurodevelopmental Pathway – Practice Framework This document set out the measure used in FASD assessment, alongside a number of other neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD and Autism.
What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing Oprah Winfrey (Author, Narrator), Dr Bruce Perry (Author, Narrator), Bluebird (Publisher) Expand Through wide-ranging, and often deeply personal conversation, Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Perry explore how what happens to us in early childhood – both good and bad - influences the people we become. They challenge us to shift from focusing on, “What’s wrong with you?” or “Why are you behaving that way?,” to asking, “What happened to you?” This simple change in perspective can open up a new and hopeful understanding for millions about why we do the things we do, why we are the way we are, providing a road map for repairing relationships, overcoming what seems insurmountable, and ultimately living better and more fulfilling lives. Many of us experience adversity and trauma during childhood that has lasting impact on our physical and emotional health. And as we’re beginning to understand, we are more sensitive to developmental trauma as children than we are as adults. ‘What happened to us’ in childhood is a powerful predictor of our risk for physical and mental health problems down the road, and offers scientific insights in to the patterns of behaviors so many struggle to understand. A survivor of multiple childhood challenges herself, Oprah Winfrey shares portions of her own harrowing experiences because she understands the vulnerability that comes from facing trauma at a young age. Throughout her career, Oprah has teamed up with Dr. Bruce Perry, one of the world’s leading experts on childhood trauma. He has treated thousands of children, youth, and adults and has been called on for decades to support individuals and communities following high-profile traumatic events. Now, Oprah joins forces with Dr. Perry to marry the power of storytelling with the science and clinical experience to better understand and overcome the effects of trauma. In conversation throughout the audiobook, the two focus on understanding people, behavior, and ourselves in the context of personal experiences. They remove blame and self-shaming, and open up a space for healing and understanding. It’s a subtle but profound shift in our approach to trauma, and it’s one that allows us to understand our pasts in order to clear a path to our future - opening the door to resilience and healing in a proven, powerful way. Grounded in the latest brain science and brought to life through compelling narratives, this audiobook shines a light on a much-needed path to recovery – showing us our incredible capacity to transform after adversity. Number Available: 1 Borrow this item
Somebody's Daughter - a moving journey of discovery, recovery and adoption Author: Zara Phillips Expand Zara H. Phillips seemed to live a charmed life - backing singer to the stars with an incredible career here and across the Atlantic - but her smile masked a difficult childhood and the reality that she was adopted as a baby in the 60s. Her life soon spiralled and as a teenager she suffered from drug and alcohol addiction, as she struggled to find her birth parents and her true identity.Somebody's Daughter is a fascinating and revealing account of how a beautiful woman's life has been dominated by her adoption and how it has affected her and those around her. Hard-hitting and emotional, Zara's memoir explores the needs of adopted children, with her characteristic warmth and wit, and the true journey it takes to find where you belong. Number Available: 3 Borrow this item
Finding Tipperary Mary Author: Phyllis Whitsell Expand Phyllis Whitsell began the search for her birth mother as a young woman, and although it was many years before she finally met her, their lives had crossed on the journey without their knowledge. When they both eventually sat down together, the circumstances were extraordinary, moving and ultimately life-changing. This is a daughter's personal account of the remarkable relationship that grew from abandonment into love, understanding and selfless care. 'I lit the candle and prayed for my birth mother, asking God to take care of her. Even at such a young age, I found it difficult to understand, but I always feared that she was in danger and needed my prayers. 'It was the only thing at the time that I could do for her. I feared that she might be coming to some harm and that she was not happy, but I was helpless and had nobody to talk to about my feelings.' Number Available: 2 Borrow this item
5. Education training for schools and parents in Wales Expand AUK Cymru training for schools or LAs to commission Our current courses available for schools / LAs to commission. Click here to register and learn more Supporting care experienced learners: Taking a trauma informed approach to behaviour Funded by Welsh Government, Adoption UK (AUK) Cymru are delighted to offer free online training to Early Years, Primary and Secondary schools and settings. In the three-hour session, explore why adopted and care experienced learners may have challenges in regulating their behaviour and learn about strategies to support them effectively and compassionately. Click here to register and learn more
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