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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

“Key disability benefit for young people may be axed under major welfare changes.” 1. PIP is unrelated to work & helps many stay working. 2. If they want more disabled people in work, why are they cutting Access To Work? 3. Where are the suitable jobs? www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

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Key disability benefit for young people may be axed under major welfare changes

Exclusive: Plan under discussion involves intensive support to help young people into employment

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

On SNJ Today: The DfE awarded itself a surprisingly positive Child Rights Impact Assessment for its #SEND Proposals. But that was before the full scale of the assault on rights was known. @tanialt.bsky.social says the CRIA must be repeated—independently www.specialneedsjungle.com/dfe-must-rep...

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

NEW POST: Can you help accountability group Measure What Matters seek legal justice for Surrey families whose children have been denied their EHCP provision? www.specialneedsjungle.com/crowdjustice...

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Surrey is soon to be split into West and East, but Ofsted/CQC are still visiting for a final cross-county SEND inspection 5-9 October. We KNOW this is going to have big feedback: Parents, young people & practitioner surveys: NOW-9am 29 Sept: ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/p/AreaSend/1...

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nofasdaustralia.bsky.social @nofasdaustralia.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

NOFASD’s CEO, Sophie Harrington, made several presentations at the EUFASD Conference in Amiens, France earlier this week. Her presentation at a plenary session attracted a large attendance and there was also much interest in the poster presentation about a NOFASD project. #FASD

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Martin Pratt @martinpratt.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📄 From #JCPP: Predictors of Environmental Sensitivity in Syrian refugee children 👉 doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14178 #MentalHealthResearch

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Just 25 days to go until the petition to protect disabled children’s rights closes. Will you help to get it to 60,000 this weekend? petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76...

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ACAMH - Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health @acamh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🎓 Join internationally renowned expert @profsamch.bsky.social for an in-depth programme on supporting anxious parents. Learn how to help parents reduce accommodating behaviours, build resilience, & promote long-term emotional wellbeing in anxious children. bit.ly/4yjsNTI

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Over 54,000 people have signed the petition to protect disabled children’s rights. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 There are 27 days left to get to 100,000. Has everyone in your house signed? Friends? Family? Neighbours? Colleagues? Remember children can sign too. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76...

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Petition: Protect legal right to support for children with SEND

A petition created by a British citizen or UK resident. You can share this petition if you agree with its message.

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Did you know...? Many behaviours associated with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) are actually signs of brain injury, not deliberate choices. Support where you can, and build on strengths rather than focussing on weaknesses. #BrainNotBlame #FASDAwarenessMonth

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Did you know...? People living with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) often understand far less than their language skills suggest. Looking capable doesn't always mean they can manage independently. #AssumeCompetenceProvideSupport #FASDAwarenessMonth

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nofasdaustralia.bsky.social @nofasdaustralia.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

✨Focus on Lived Experience of FASD: to provide a deeper insight into the reality of this disability 👉 Learn about the diverse characteristics of #FASD across the lifespan at: www.nofasd.org.au/parents-care...

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

NEW POST: The #EOTAS consultation has shown how little the Government understands about this kind of provision and the children who need it. @sharonlsmith.bsky.social says it shows how vital it is for the DfE to listen to those with lived experience: www.specialneedsjungle.com/eotas-what-f...

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Did you know...? Early diagnosis of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can significantly improve outcomes by helping children and families access the right support before secondary or co-morbid difficulties develop. #EarlyDiagnosisMatters #FASDAwarenessMonth

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

At least 20 legal rights are at risk under the Government’s SEND reforms. To stay on track we need to get to 50,000 signatures by Wednesday. Could all supporters please ask five more people to sign? Children can sign too. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76...

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We support calls by the @aha-uk.bsky.social to bring back the alcohol duty escalator The period during which it was active (2008-2014) was the only sustained period in recent decades where alcohol-related death rates leveled off or dipped The First Minister should join those calls

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Martin Pratt @martinpratt.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

📄 From #JCPP: Emotional burden in school as a source of mental health problems associated with ADHD and/or autism: Development and validation of a new co‐produced self‐report measure 👉 doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.70003 #MentalHealthResearch

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Did you know...? FASD is often called ‘the hidden disability’ because many people living with FASD appear typical while facing significant daily challenges that others cannot see. #InvisibleDisability #HDSunflower #MakingTheInvisibleVisible #FASDAwarenessMonth

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nofasdaustralia.bsky.social @nofasdaustralia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

FASD Awareness Day featured on the metropolitan TV news in Hobart on Wednesday evening. NOFASD’s CEO Sophie Harrington and FASD Advocate Jessica Birch were both featured. Watch the news clip via the link below . #FASD #RedShoesRock

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Yesterday, 9th September, was FASD Day 💙🧠💙 As someone with lived experience and a FASD Advocate, I know FASD can be challenging, but I try to live with it and not let it defeat me. I’ll keep using my voice to raise awareness. 💙 #FASD #FASDDay

Yesterday, 9th September, was FASD Day 💙🧠💙

FASD Day is an important day to raise awareness and understanding of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and to help people understand that FASD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition.

As someone with lived experience of FASD and as a FASD Advocate, I believe it is so important to speak up, challenge stigma and misunderstanding, support individuals and families, and help create a more inclusive world. 💙

And also, as someone with lived experience, FASD can be challenging, but I try to do as much as I can to live with my FASD by trying not to let it defeat me.

FASD can affect people in many different ways, and every person with FASD is unique. We need understanding, support and acceptance — not judgement.

I will continue using my voice and my lived experience to raise awareness, educate others and help create brighter futures for people with FASD. 🌟💙

FASD matters. Lived experience matters. Every voice matters. 💙

#FASDDay #FASD #FASDAwareness #FASDAdvocate #FASDMatters #LivedExperience #RaiseAwareness #BuildingUnderstanding #CreateBrighterFutures #FASDAwarenessMatters 💙

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nofasdaustralia.bsky.social @nofasdaustralia.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The theme for this year’s NAPCAN week resonates deeply with the NOFASD team: “Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action” and it resonates deeply for the NOFASD team through our work supporting those caring for vulnerable children. #FASD #NAPCANweek2026

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

NEW POST: An Unacceptable Truth: The 20 legal rights at risk from the Government’s #SEND reforms. We've set out all the rights disabled children and their families face losing or having reduced. If you don't want this, take action: www.specialneedsjungle.com/unacceptable... @lucympowell.bsky.social

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It seems @lucypowellmp is planning to force through the disastrous SEND reforms despite opposition from families to the removal of disabled children’s rights. #NotInOurName Please sign the petition to protect SEND legal rights. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76...

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Did you know...? Today is International FASD Awareness Day. At 9:09am, people around the world pause to remember that no alcohol means no risk during conception and pregnancy. #RedShoesRock #FASDDay #FASDAwarenessMonth #FASDAwarenessDay

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 We are absolutely thrilled that 32 locations have committed to #LightItRed this evening on International FASD Awareness Day! Full list attached! If you are in the area please take a photo 📸 and post it on your own social media - tagging us! We would really appreciate it.

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

20 legal rights at risk. 35 days left until the petition closes. Will you help save disabled children’s rights? petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76... www.specialneedsjungle.com/unacceptable...

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The Unacceptable Truth: 20 SEND legal rights at risk from the Government’s SEND reforms — Special Needs Jungle

The Unacceptable Truth: 20 SEND legal rights at risk from the Government’s SEND reforms. Is this who we are?

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

💙 Happy FASD Day! 💙 Today, 9 September (9/9), marks International FASD Awareness Day during FASD Awareness Month. Let’s raise awareness, build understanding, support people with FASD, and create a more inclusive world. 🧠💙 #FASD #FASDAwarenessDay #HiddenDisability 💙 #FASDAdvocate

💙 Happy FASD Day! 💙

Today, 9th September (9/9), is especially important because it marks International FASD Awareness Day during FASD Awareness Month. 💙

FASD stands for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and today is about raising awareness, increasing understanding, supporting individuals and families, and helping to create a more inclusive world. 🧠💙

Awareness is so important because FASD is often a hidden disability. By learning, listening and understanding, we can help make a difference. 💙

Let’s continue to:

💙 Raise awareness
💙 Build understanding
💙 Support individuals with FASD
💙 Celebrate strengths
💙 Promote acceptance and inclusion

Together, we can create change. Because awareness leads to brighter futures. 💙🧠

#FASD #FASDAwarenessDay #FASDAwarenessMonth #FASDAdvocate #HiddenDisability #RaiseAwareness #BuildUnderstanding #CreateChange 💙

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People's Health Trust @peopleshealthtrust.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

New Government stats out this morning reveal need to create more accessible green space. The reality is that access to green space can be the dividing line between good health and early death. @jennyedwards.bsky.social Read our full statement below 👇 www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories...

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Access to green spaces can be a dividing line between good health and…

New statistics reveal need to create more accessible green spaces in England

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Martin Pratt @martinpratt.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

📄 From #JCPP: Research Review: Mechanisms of change and between‐family differences in parenting interventions for children with ADHD – an individual participant data meta‐analysis 👉 doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.14120 #MentalHealthResearch

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

📢 Have Your Say. Be Heard. If you're living with FASD, or are a parent or carer, now is the time to share your experience with the Minister for Health. 💬 What support do you need? 📣 What services are missing? Your voice can help drive change and improve supports for people with FASD across Ireland.

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

FASD isn’t a visible physical disability—it’s a hidden one caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. While some effects can be physical, most symptoms can’t be seen. Understanding FASD means recognising the challenges that aren’t immediately visible. #HiddenDisability #FASD

Did you know FASD is not a physical disability? It is actually a hidden disability that you cannot see, and it is not visible to the eye. Furthermore, FASD can cause a range of conditions, and this is caused by prenatal alcohol exposure; some of which are physical and can be visible to the eye. But the majority of the symptoms are not visible.

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FASD Ireland @fasdireland.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

📅 14 Days of FASD | Day 5 Now, Here's a Thing... You can't identify FASD by appearance alone. Some people with FASD have visible physical features. Many don't. FASD is a brain-based condition, and its effects aren't always visible. 💙 Learn more: fasdireland.ie

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nofasdaustralia.bsky.social @nofasdaustralia.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

FASD Awareness Month is coming up and NOFASD needs to hear from you if you are planning to get involved in raising awareness during September. We can support your involvement by posting you a free pack of #FASD information and related resources Register by Frday 21 August: buff.ly/KUV757r

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University of Salford @salforduni.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Presenting work which could simplify future social housing issues, a Salford researcher attended Greater Manchester’s Connected Homes event earlier this month 🏠 Read more here - ow.ly/S8vX50ZwSCb #salforduni

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FASD United @fasdunited.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

📣 Ready-to-use #FASDAwarenessMonth 2026 toolkits are here! Download social media templates, graphics, Zoom backgrounds, hashtag resources, September 9 materials, and more to help raise awareness all September long. 🔗 FASDUnited.org/FASD-Awareness-Month-2026/ #FASDAM #FASD2026 #FASDAnd

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The report explicitly names alcohol use, alongside smoking, poor diet and physical inactivity, as one of the key behavioural drivers of long-term conditions. Reducing alcohol consumption and harm is one of the key ways to unlocking economic growth.

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The alcohol industry is only too happy to lean into and encourage feelings and notions that alcohol and drinking are a central part of our cultural heritage. Do we really want to be known as a nation of heavy drinkers though? Read Shane's story 🔽 www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/shanes-story/

Image of Shane featuring quote text reading: “Across Ireland and the UK, it seems almost everyone drinks at almost everything. Unfortunately, it’s what we’re known for.

For me, the decision to not drink which began in Ireland genuinely made me feel as though I was rejecting my home and culture.”

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

What is FASD? Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can occur if alcohol is consumed during pregnancy. Alcohol passes through the placenta and can harm a baby’s developing brain and body, causing lifelong disabilities. No amount is known to be safe. Spread awareness and support prevention efforts.!

* Okay, reminder about what FASD is. Well, let me answer that question for you: what is FASD?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder occurs if alcohol is consumed during pregnancy. You risk causing harm to your baby. Moreover, this can sometimes result in mental and physical problems in the baby. This condition is called Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
* Basically, FASD can happen when alcohol in the mother’s blood passes to her baby through the placenta. What this means is that your baby cannot process alcohol well. This means it can stay in their body for a long time. However, the alcohol damages their brain and body, and it will stop them from developing normally in the womb. This can also result in the loss of the pregnancy. Furthermore, the babies who survive may be left with lifelong problems.

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Did you know that people with FASD have shutdowns? Shutdown is usually caused by sensory, emotional, or informational overwhelm. This time leading to feelings of becoming unresponsive, dissociative, or numb, and sometimes result in situational mutism, where one is unable to communicate or speak.

Did you know that people with FASD have shutdowns? A shutdown is usually caused by sensory, emotional, or informational overwhelm. At this time, it can lead to feelings of becoming unresponsive, dissociative, or numb, and sometimes result in situational mutism, where one is unable to communicate or speak.

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FASD United @fasdunited.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Are you living with #FASD? Your voice matters❣️ We are recording new Glimpses of FASD interviews to highlight self-advocates in their own words. Every story helps show the true diversity of our community. Want to share? We’d be honored. 👉 fasdunited.org/glimpses-of-fasd

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Did you know that people with FASD have melt-down’s? This is due to our damaged brain structure, which then activates the fight/flight part of our brains. The person must regain calm before the reasoning parts of our brain can take over again.

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FASD United @fasdunited.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

As #DisabilityPrideMonth comes to a close, we celebrate that #FASD is part of the disability community Every conversation that builds understanding helps replace misconceptions w/ support & brings us closer to a more inclusive future #DisabilityPride #Neurodiversity #Inclusion

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FASD United @fasdunited.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🎉 Great news! We've extended the deadline & you have 3 days left to submit your abstract for the 2026 National FASD Impact Week Poster Exhibition! Share your research, program, or innovation. 📝 FASDImpactWeek.org/Posters #FASD #FASDImpactWeek #CallForAbstracts #Research

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FASDWarriorGirl @fasdwarriorgirl.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

My acorn tree is growing bigger, stronger, and healthier every day. 🌱 Looking after it has helped me stay calm, focus on what matters, and take better care of myself and my mental health. Thank you to the person who inspired me to grow it. 💚 Latest photos: 26 July 2026.

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ACAMH - Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health @acamh.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

What are the benefits and risks associated with the digital world for children and adolescents? This #ACAMHLearn series ‘Growing Up in the Digital Age’ explores this and more. Videos are in Spanish, with English subtitles and transcript. bit.ly/4f3xU3M

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FASD United @fasdunited.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🩺 New Resource! Learn about the importance of FASD diagnosis, diagnostic options across the U.S., current capacity, community needs, and recommendations to expand access. Find this and more free resources at FASDUnited.org/Fact-Sheets/. #FASD #FASDUnited #PublicHealth #FactSheets

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Special Needs Jungle @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

NEW POST: SNJ's unrivalled SEND funding expert, @captaink77.bsky.social explains another evidence-light DfE consultation, this time on Upfront Mainstream SEND funding, and why it's important to take a look www.specialneedsjungle.com/mainstream-s...

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