Response To FASD Article

Tuesday, 24 July 2012, 10:03 am
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Response To FASD Article

Hi there,

I appreciated your article on FASD but was disappointed to read the last line: “This is one of those cases where legislation which limits the access of alcohol to young pregnant mothers, would have a huge economic and social return on investment.” This is a statement that is misleading and based on a stereotype. Shaming and blaming pregnant women isn’t helpful and to state that it’s young pregnant mothers who need to be legislatively targeted is incorrect. All women who drink and are sexually active are at risk of delivering a child with FASD and young women are not at highest risk according to research. If a broader perspective is taken and education, support, and resources are provided to women it could be much more effective than instituting legislation on access to alcohol.
Thank-you.

Alaina Thursby
FASD Community Educator

www.bissellcentre.org

ENDS

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