Anchorage mother shares struggles of living with FASD

10/09/2014 13:56

Having a drink or two while pregnant may not seem like a big deal to some, but it is a major deal for thousands of families impacted by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD).

FASD is a worldwide problem that can have devastating impacts on the human brain. Every year on Sept. 9, International FASD Awareness Day is observed across the world.

In Alaska, 163 children are born with this disorder simply because a mother decides to drink during pregnancy, according to the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services.

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