General
FASD has no cure and is often misdiagnosed, but there is hope and help for those affected
“It’s affecting people in plain sight and nobody knows,” Jessica* says.
Key points:
- Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is the leading non-genetic cause of disability in Australia
- Diagnosis usually requires a multi-disciplinary assessment, so FASD may go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to a lack of awareness
- With the right support, a person with the condition can lead a successful life
More children are diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) each year than with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), spina bifida, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Down syndrome combined.
The National Organisation for FASD says the disorder is the leading non-genetic cause of disability in children.
FASD refers to a range of…
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