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A film about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and the individuals impacted by it.

Joined October 2020
September is FASD Awareness Month! Let's Advocate, Support, Raise Awareness and Build Community. For more info on how you can join us in celebrating FASD Awareness Month, go to fasdunited.org/fasdmonth #FASD #FASDAwareness #FASDMonth #Neurodiversity #FASDAwarenessMonth
Thank you @repdelgado!
Rep. Antonio Delgado of New York has signed on as a co-sponsor of HR 4151 The #FASDRespect Act. You too can join lead authors Rep. Betty McCollum and the late Rep. Don Young in leading the way to a better future for people with #FASD. @repdelgado @repbettymccollum @repdonyoung
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Have you seen @theFASDproject - the award-winning documentary about #FASD? Justin Sheperd, director of the film, has a deeply personal connection to FASD.  Hear Justin's story at #VoicesOfFASD on April 21, 2022 at @MinikahdaClub. proofalliance.org/article/pr…
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YOU can help individuals living with #FASD ·Don’t mock as the target of insults, jokes, or ridicule ·Don’t underestimate, instead celebrate strengths and talents ·Use positive, first person language that empowers ·Portray persons as who they are and what is meaningful to them.
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If you have experience in developmental disabilities, trauma, or interventions and are looking for a post-doc, I'd love to set up a time to chat and tell you about all the advantages and opportunities in the field of FASD.
Officially recruiting for a post-doc!! Please spread the word 📣 Interested applicants can send materials or reach out with questions to: [email protected]
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We've had people from 18 US states sign up so far - can you help us reach all 50?
Today is a great day to sign up for our new study! Spread the word FASD.urmc.edu fmfconnect.com
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theFASDproject retweeted
Hey Friends! @clpetrenko and her team are developing a mobile app for adults. Dr. Petrenko and I had a quick chat about the app and how people can get involved. facebook.com/FASDSuccess/vid…
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Do you have a child who was exposed to alcohol before they were born? They may qualify for the DiG FASD research study to help better understand fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Click here to learn more and sign up today: digfasd.org/. #fasd #digfasd @FasdResearch
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Interested adults with FASD can now sign up for our focus group study by scanning the QR code on the image below. Or use one of these other ways: 🔗Short link: is.gd/fasdapp 🔗Long link: redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/re… 📨Email: [email protected]
30 Days of #FASDStrong 💪 Day 6 featuring 🎉: Horatio! Horatio is 11 and loves being with others. He is curious about his world and enjoys helping. He likes singing and dancing🕺and brings joy to his friends and family. We are proud of you Horatio!
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30 days of #FASDStrong 💪 Day 4 🎉: The incredible Karli Schrider! Trailblazer, hero of FASD advocacy, designer of the @NOFAS_USA logo, inspiration for Law & Order SVU episode, and winner of the Points of Light award youtu.be/lHP4-yWQkIY! Thank you for all you do!
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Check out this update from editors of the journal Pediatric Research 📊: nature.com/collections/fccid…
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Join Susan Elsworth from Indiana NOFAS for a workshop on Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Child Development: Effects of Prenatal Exposure and Beyond. CEUs for LSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LMFTA, LCAC and LACs. Wednesday, March 17 10a-12p CST / 11a-1pm EST indiananofas.org/training-we…
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That #FASD is an issue for everyone
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Unfortunately, there continues to be a misconception among the general public that FASD only affects certain people or cultures but this disability can affect anyone when alcohol is used during pregnancy.
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