Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: an overview of current evidence and activities in the UK



Scholin, Lisa, Mukherjee, Raja AS, Aiton, Neil, Blackburn, Carolyn, Brown, Sarah, Flemming, Kate M, Gard, Paul R, Howlett, Helen, Plant, Moira, Price, Alan D
et al (show 5 more authors) (2021) Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders: an overview of current evidence and activities in the UK. ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD, 106 (7). pp. 636-640.

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Abstract

Estimates for the UK suggest that alcohol consumption during pregnancy and prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)-the most common neurodevelopmental condition-are high. Considering the significant health and social impacts of FASD, there is a public health imperative to prioritise prevention, interventions and support. In this article, we outline the current state of play regarding FASD knowledge and research in the UK, which is characterised by a lack of evidence, a lack of dedicated funding and services, and consequently little policy formulation and strategic direction. We highlight progress made to date, as well as current knowledge and service gaps to propose a way forward for UK research.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: adolescent health, neonatology, syndrome
Depositing User: Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited: 26 Jan 2021 16:36
Last Modified: 18 Jan 2023 23:01
DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2020-320435
Open Access URL: http://www.open-access.bcu.ac.uk/10733/1/Fetal%20A...
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URI: https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3114859