O* 4* 9  Fact Sheet

         FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder)

• FASD is the leading cause of preventable birth defects in our country
• FASD is irreversible brain damage caused by the consumption of alcohol during pregnancy
• Early-identification, supportive education strategies and additional community supports can help individuals affected by FASD reach their full potential and reduce the risk of secondary disabilities. (school drop-out, trouble with the law, addictions, and mental health concerns)