Understand FASD to better prevent it

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Definition

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders encompass all the consequences that may affect a child exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. The diagnosis may then be syndromic or non-syndromic FASD.

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Consequences

FASD can involve birth defects, developmental delays, learning difficulties, dysfunctions, and lasting impacts on the lives of exposed children.

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Secondary Disorders

The neurodevelopmental disorders experienced by children, adolescents and adults can lead to difficulties that manifest as academic challenges, delinquent behavior, difficulties finding employment, loss of autonomy, and psychiatric comorbidities.

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Prevention

It is primary prevention to inform the population, secondary prevention to address people who drink alcohol, and tertiary prevention because secondary disorders must still be prevented.

Act at every stage: prevent, support, cooperate

Support

Support people affected and their families in dealing with the consequences of FAS.

Cooperation

Develop actions and partnerships across the Indian Ocean region.

A Strong Commitment in Réunion

At the heart of our work, Réunion is a priority area for prevention and support.

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Mobilization across the entire Indian Ocean... And beyond!

FAS knows no borders. We develop cooperation initiatives with neighboring territories to share knowledge, strengthen local capacities, and harmonize prevention practices.

Resources to understand, diagnose and take action

We provide reliable content for professionals, students and cooperation stakeholders.

See and understand differently

Discover our awareness videos, expert interviews and field initiatives.

Train to better prevent

Healthcare professionals, social workers and educators: our training courses provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to take effective action against FAS.

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Fetal Alcohol Exposure: Shared Challenges, a Collective Challenge

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