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October 5th through October 11th is Mental Illness Awareness Week. This week, we encourage everyone to take a moment to check in with their own mental well-being and the well-being of those around them.

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Empower yourself and your loved ones! #HealthLiteracyMonth in October 2025 is all about gaining the knowledge and skills to make the best health decisions for your family. Understanding health information is the first step to a healthier life. 

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Today we celebrate World Child Health Day! Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy, supported, and thriving. Together, we can build stronger systems of care and advocate for the wellbeing of children everywhere!

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🚨 Policy Update! Maternal Mental Health Programs has shared that new Federal funding is coming through. This is a monumental step forward in ensuring mothers and families get the support they deserve. 

➡️ bit.ly/FundingMaternalMental

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#FASD is a lifelong brain-based condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure (#PAE). It’s a spectrum, so every person is affected differently & many have unique strengths. 🧠🌟

Need help navigating FASD? Our free Family Navigators are here for you:
🔗 FASDUnited.org/Family-Navigators

Watch Dr. Heather Carmichael Olson, a leading FASD expert, share powerful insights on the history of FASD. Her speech, at FASD United’s Red Shoes Gala during FASD Impact Week, highlights the progress we’ve achieved together and the work that still lies ahead.

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Today, October 5th, 2025, we celebrate the incredible dedication, patience, and passion of educators everywhere. Teachers don't just teach subjects; they shape futures, ignite curiosity, and provide vital support to all students.

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FASD United’s Family Navigators are here to support you through all challenges, big or small, by providing answers and resources you can trust.

📞 Call at 202-785-4585 or visit bit.ly/FamilyNavigatorSupport

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Our September 2025 Policy Forum brought FASD voices to the table 🪑✨
We’re grateful to everyone who joined us in advancing policies that ensure better support, recognition, and resources for the FASD community.

➡️ bit.ly/September2025PolicyForum 

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FASD United joins leading autism and maternal health organizations in raising concerns about new Federal health agency guidance on autism and prenatal substance exposure.

➡️ bit.ly/AutismandSubstanceExposure 

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October is ADHD Awareness Month!

Let’s use this month to break down stigma so we can build a world that gives FASD and neurodiversity a seat at the table 💙💛

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🎉Celebrating Andy's 15 years of dedication 🎉!  

Happy 15th Anniversary to Andy, our Communications Director! His powerful voice has guided our community, from contributing to the #WRU (fasdunited.org/news) to writing thoughtful blog posts. 
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📢 The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) now recommends universal screening for cannabis use during the prepregnancy, pregnancy, and postpartum periods. 

➡️bit.ly/CannabisUsePregnancy

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Prevention starts with awareness. 🩺 Universal screening for #FASD isn’t about blame—it’s about early support and timely intervention that can change lives. Give FASD a seat at the table: bit.ly/FASDAM2025 #FASDUnited #FASDAwarenessMonth #Prevention

Have a question about advocating for The FASD Respect Act? Want to give an update? Join us for our policy drop in, October 1st @ 12 pm EST, where we'll dive deep into the key provisions of the act! 

🔗nofaspolicycenter.org

#FASD #FASDRespectAct #FASDAdvocacy #FASDAwareness

💡 FASD United is excited to share a brand-new resource designed to guide individuals and families after receiving an FASD diagnosis. This tool highlights clear action steps like documenting your diagnosis and accessing services.

➡️ bit.ly/AfterDiagnosisFASD

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#FASDAwarenessMonth is not only about raising awareness of challenges; it’s also about recognizing strengths and celebrating people‼️
Learn more: bit.ly/FASDAM2025
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#FASD #PAE #FASDAcceptance #FASDUnited #NationalHealthPriority #FASDisNeurodiversity

🚨#MMHLA has shared that,“Our collective advocacy efforts have paid off!” 

✅ Both the House and the Senate have increased funding for maternal mental health programs.
✅ Funding has also been reinstated for critical maternal programs

➡️ bit.ly/FundingMaternalMental

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (#FASD) are complex, brain-based conditions, not behavioral choices. Understanding this fundamental truth is crucial for fostering an environment of compassion and connection. Find resources at bit.ly/FASDAM2025

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Feeling lost on your #FASD journey? Our #FamilyNavigators are here to help. They offer confidential peer support, resources, and a listening ear. You're not alone.
Learn more: FASDUnited.org/Family-Navigator
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🎥 #LSUHSC Human Development Center in New Orleans, an FASD United affiliate, has released a powerful new short video to raise awareness of FASD. The message is clear: FASD deserves a seat at the table in every conversation.

➡️ bit.ly/LouisianaAffiliateVideo

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#FASD belongs in the #MaternalHealth conversation. This #FASDAwarenessMonth we're calling for #FASDInformed care to support #HealthyPregnancies

Healthy pregnancies begin with awareness.
Let's make sure FASD has a seat at the table. bit.ly/FASDAM2025
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FASD United affiliate #TheFloridaCenter is launching new groups for young adults with FASD, adolescents with FASD, and siblings of individuals with FASD 💙.

Interested in joining? Forms are available now — go to bit.ly/SupportGroupsFL to sign up!

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Community makes a difference. 🤝 Let’s branch out and create a world where people with #FASD feel safe, supported, and included. Together, we can help everyone thrive. #FASDUnited #FASDAwarenessMonth #SupportiveCommunity #GiveFASDaseat

Last week, the FASD community united in Washington, DC for Impact Week! This year’s Impact Week was truly historic, leaving us all inspired and ready to push the FASD field forward together. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

➡️ bit.ly/ImpactWeek2025Historic

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People with FASD have a seat at the table, but it's often hidden. This #FASDAwarenessMonth, we're giving FASD a voice in the neurodiversity conversation.
Learn how you can help give #FASD a seat at the table: bit.ly/FASDAM2025
#FASDAM2025 #FASDIsNeurodiversity #Neurodiverse

✨ #Strong #Healthy #Empowered ✨
Today we celebrate #NationalWomensHealthandFitnessDay 💪💜 A reminder to prioritize movement, wellness, and self-care; not just today, but every day. Here’s to building strength in both body and mind together. 🌸

#Health #Wellness #Women #Team

By sharing knowledge and fostering understanding, we can build a more inclusive and supportive society where individuals with FASD can thrive.
Discover how you can get involved → [bit.ly/FASDAM2025]
#FASDAM2025 #MentalHealth #FASD #PAE #Neurodiversity #FASDisNeurodiversity

We strongly believe that understanding replaces stigma. Let's work together to give FASD a seat at the table. Your support helps advocate for better policies, and empower our community.
Learn how you can give FASD a seat at the table: bit.ly/FASDAM2025Aware #FASDisNeurodiversity

Tomorrow, September 24th @ 2 pm EST, is our monthly policy forum. This forum is open to all individuals passionate about driving change and supporting critical legislation! Come and join us!

Access the drop in using our smart links in bio OR visit nofaspolicycenter.org