Whereas, their memory, visual learning and imitation skills are remarkably strong.
Although it is very rare for one child to exhibit all of the physical traits associated with Fragile X, some children do not exhibit any. Some of the physical traits associated with Fragile X, some children do not exhibit any. Some of the physical traits to be aware of are large, prominent ears; long, narrow feet; flat feet; single, simian crease that extends straight across the hand; double or loose joints; and large testicles 9notably in post-pubescent males). Like the physical traits, the extent of the behavioral traits ranges from mild to severe. Some of the behavioral traits are as follows: hand flapping and/or hand biting, especially when the child is frustrated or excited; inattentive or hyperactive; over stimulated by touch; frustrated easily, causing tantrums; fascinated with one unusual object or event, as with autism; repetitive behavior or speech; poor eye contact, girls are often very shy and have difficulty interacting with other children. Although some of these characteristics seem common in toddler age children the regularity and extent of the behavior or behaviors is a sign that something is wrong, whether or not the problem is Fragile X.
FRAGILE X SYNDROME AND EDUCATION.
One out of ten children with severe learning difficulties is estimated to have Fragile X syndrome. Although the incidence rate is high, Fragile X and its characteristics are practically unknown to professionals. Despite the fact that at present a large majority of children remain unidentified, it is almost certain the number of children diagnosed with this syndrome will increase as understanding of this syndrome grows. It is estimated that the syndrome occurs in about twice as many boys as in girls, although more girls are carriers.
Along with the apparent physical and behavioral characteristics, 20 to 60 per cent of affected males experience heart problems and about one-fifth experience seizures.
Fragile X is among one of these disorders. ... Without this protein needed for brain function, fragile X syndrome is triggered. ... So far the most promising method of treating fragile X, this involves relieving symptoms of fragile X with current medicines. ... In order to discover if one has fragile X syndrome a few options are available. ... However, in 1992 an accurate fragile X DNA test was created. ...
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Autism has been found in children with brain abnormalities such as congenital rubella syndrome, neurofibromatosis, and tuberous sclerosis. Autism can also be present in genetic syndromes such as fragile X syndrome and phenylketonuria. ... Doctors will often discuss their medical history, such as possibility of seizures, hearing and visual impairments along with other conditions or syndromes such as fragile X syndrome. ... A test for fragile X syndrome may be given because of its direct association with autism. ...
Autism has been found in children with brain abnormalities such as congenital rubella syndrome, neurofibromatosis, and tuberous sclerosis. Autism can also be present in genetic syndromes such as fragile X syndrome and phenylketonuria. ... Doctors will often discuss their medical history, such as possibility of seizures, hearing and visual impairments along with other conditions or syndromes such as fragile X syndrome. ... A test for fragile X syndrome may be given because of its direct association with autism. ...
"Genetic causes include single-gene defects such as Fragile X syndrome and chromosomal disorders such as Down syndrome. Scientists in 1992 identified Fragile X syndrome as the most common inherited cause of mental retardation, responsible for up to 10 percent of cases. People with this condition inherit a defective gene that results in a weak spot on the X chromosome, a sex chromosome. ... Fragile X syndrome is more likely to cause retardation in males than females. ... Down syndrome occurs when people inherit all or part of an extra copy of a pair of chromosomes known together as chromoso...
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One major cause of these impairments can stem from a child diagnosed with a Syndrome. "A Syndrome is identified when a certain number of features co-occur across individuals." (Pg.74) A few examples of Syndromes that can cause problems in speech sound production are Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Velocardiofacial Syndrome, Genetic Syndromes, such as Fragile X Syndrome, and Chromosomal Syndromes, such as Turner Syndrome, Pierre Robin, Cri du chat, Klinefelter, and DiGeorge Syndrome. The effects of most of these Syndromes include Hearing Loss, Language Delay, Mental Retardation...
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