Emily Porsch
9 months alcohol free for NOFAS UK
Fundraising for National FASD
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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.
I will be giving up alcohol for 9 months from the 9/1/2019, finishing my challenge on 9/9/2019 which is International FASD awareness Day.
Foetal alcohol syndrome is a type of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), the name for all the various problems that can affect children if their mother drinks alcohol in pregnancy. Examples of which include but are not limited to:
movement and co-ordination problems, known as cerebral palsy
learning difficulties – such as problems with thinking, speech, social skills, timekeeping, maths or memory
mood, attention or behavioural problems – such as autism-like behaviour or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
problems with the liver, kidneys, heart or other organs
hearing and vision problems
If the condition isn't diagnosed early on and a child doesn't receive appropriate support, they're more likely to experience challenges associated with the condition.
For example, they may get into trouble at school, have difficulties with learning, misuse drugs or alcohol, develop mental health problems, and find it difficult to get a job and live independently as an adult.
There is no particular treatment for foetal alcohol syndrome, and the damage to the child's brain and organs can't be reversed. But an early diagnosis and support can make a big difference.
This is where NOFAS becomes such a vital organisation, offering support for children and families, education and training to carers and medical professionals, and resources to help raise awareness and understanding.
mood, attention or behavioural problems – such as autism-like behaviour or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
problems with the liver, kidneys, heart or other organs
hearing and vision problems
If the condition isn't diagnosed early on and a child doesn't receive appropriate support, they're more likely to experience challenges associated with the condition.
For example, they may get into trouble at school, have difficulties with learning, misuse drugs or alcohol, develop mental health problems, and find it difficult to get a job and live independently as an adult.
There is no particular treatment for foetal alcohol syndrome, and the damage to the child's brain and organs can't be reversed. But an early diagnosis and support can make a big difference.
This is where NOFAS becomes such a vital organisation, offering support for children and families, education and training to carers and medical professionals, and resources to help raise awareness and understanding.
Please help me support this amazing charity. Even the smallest amount will help massively!
With care,
Emily