Understanding FASD

What is FASD?

A short video that explains what Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is and the impacts it can have on an individual.

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Understanding FASD in a school environment

This resource lists common presentations of FASD in the school environment to familiarise primary school teaching and support staff with challenges that may be experienced by a child with FASD.

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Guide to the referral and diagnostic process

This guide outlines the six stages in the referral and diagnostic process after concerns are identified in school, with a particular focus on the stages most relevant for primary school teachers and support staff.

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A day in the life: What a child with FASD might experience during a day at school

A short video depicting common difficulties a child with FASD may experience in the school environment and how they affect and deplete their mood throughout the day.

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Quiz - Understanding FASD

A quiz on the core content from the Understanding FASD topic.

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External Resources - Understanding FASD

Project partners

Learning with FASD received funding from the Australian Government Department of Health
 Learning with FASD received funding from the Australian Government Department of Health

University-sydney The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use