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West Lothian mum on adopted son's struggles after birth mother drank while pregnant

A mum from West Lothian has spoken out about the daily struggles her son has after his birth mother drank heavily during pregnancy.

Karen has backed calls for national FASD (Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders) services following a frustrating six year wait for a diagnosis.

At just aged 10, Dylan has been left with the condition that affects his emotions and behaviour. Karen and her husband John noticed that he was struggling to control his emotions as he got older and was then locked in a six-year battle looking for answers.

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