FASDhubChampions

The social media account used by the FASD Hub Scotland Champions - a group of individuals with lived experience supporting the work of #FASDHubScot #FASDHearMe

[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

When discussing co-existing conditions, FASD is a primary diagnosis so should be used first as any management of the condition must be FASD-informed for it to be effective.
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

This was from a prevalence study in 3 mainstream primary schools in Greater Manchester. FASD is the most common known cause of neurodevelopmental disorder Early diagnosis improves outcomes. @FasdSalford
👉https://t.co/HqDAzfJ6dy
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

A full FASD assessment covering the 10 areas will identify the specific strengths and challenges of the individual. Following assessment the team should explain the assessment results and develop a ‘next steps’ or ‘care plan’ whatever the diagnosis
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

With over 400 comorbid conditions there is no single measure or pattern that is specific to every person with FASD. However while the specific challenges and strengths are unique to each person those with FASD often share common strengths and challenges
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

'The term “at risk of neurodevelopmental disorder and FASD” is used where assessment is inconclusive (need either confirmed PAE or 3 SFF). The following flow chart summarises all outcomes 👉 https://t.co/1NJ079EltC
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

Direct standardised assessments across the 10 areas should be used wherever possible. Diagnosis is made when there is severe impairment in three or more areas 👉https://t.co/BrwYhqrjqL
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

The signs of FASD are complex and vary from person to person so several professionals who are skilled in different aspects will be involved. Together these professionals make up the multidisciplinary team.
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

The presence of all 3 facial features has such high specificity to prenatal alcohol exposure and FASD that confirmation of alcohol exposure is not required when they are present (sec 2.1.1 of SIGN156) https://t.co/TKJbYfRTBo
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

👉 https://t.co/4MCnm3KFv7 is a great resource. It's important that info is shared about the intake of any alcohol during pregnancy - sections 2.1.1 & 2.1.2 of SIGN156 provides further info. https://t.co/cBOL74tWPa
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[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

The SIGN156 Information booklet & the SIGN156 guideline are free to download from the SIGN156 website along with many other useful resources #FASDWorkingTogether #FASDExpertsByExperience 👉 https://t.co/8UrDaGlqKM

[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

'Prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) is described in 3 ways: 1. Confirmed; 2. Unknown &; 3. Confirmed absent. Pages 10-14 of the SIGN156 guideline explains how PAE is assessed 👉 https://t.co/fbiwwrvmri #FASDWorkingTogether #FASDExpertsByExperience

[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

This month our theme is diagnosis. See the 3:31m video for further information on diagnosis and why it is so important 👉 https://t.co/Gsvjg3Xnd4 #FASDWorkingTogether #FASDExpertsByExperience

[FASDhubChampions @FASDChampions]

Did you see the great set of #FASDdiagnosis social media information @FasdhubScotland shared this month? If you missed them then don't worry, we will be re-tweeting them today. We thoughts they were fab. Some great resources and signposting to help us along the way. #FASDHearMe

[FASDhubChampions @FASDChampions]

Come and join the fantastic @FasdhubScotland team. Closing date for #FASDAdvisor role and #FASDProjectAdministrator both this Sunday 10.04.22 - don’t miss out on what could be your next career move. #FASD

[FASD Hub Scotland @FasdhubScotland]

CLOSES THIS SUNDAY!! Do you spend the weekend dreading work on Monday? This could be what you need! We're looking for a FASD Project Administrator to support our exciting and expanding project! Find out more here: https://t.co/dNs5gTode0 #FASDWorkingTogther #FASDHearMe

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@Hunter83Carol an inspirational woman who many are able to look up to and aspire to follow. Demonstrating that with the right support individuals with #FASD can achieve great #success Thank you Carol for inspiring many woman young and old on #InternationalWomensDay #FASDHearMe

[Carol Hunter MA (CJ) @Hunter83Carol]

Happy International Women's Day to all the empowering women I am fortunate to know, admire and learn from 💕

"It isn't about making women strong, we are already strong...
It is about changing the way the world perceives that strength" 💪💞

#InternationalWomensDay2022