fragile x syndrome handout
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FRAGILE X SYNDROME
DEFINITION: It's a single gene in the brain cells that shuts down that causes Fragile X syndrome. Scientist discovered that the defect in the gene is by a marker on the X chromosome passed on by the mother that causes FXS. This gene shuts down and cannot manufacture the protein it normally makes effectively for both the normal brain development and functioning.
Physical Features: Long face, large ear, Flat feet, large forehead. Soft skin, Flexible joints, low muscle joints, large body size.
Intellectual & Behavioral Characteristics:
Boys GirlsDelayed in motor skills & in speechRepetitive and unclear speechHyperactivity and short attention spanAutistic behaviors (such as; poor eyes contact, hand flapping biting,etc)
Learning DisabilityShort attention spanShynessSocial anxiety
It is common in Approx. 1 in 4,000 males and 1 in 6,000 females of all race and
ethics groups but it is more common in boys they have it more serve especially in
mental impairment and shows signs of autism like behaviors
Teaching Strategies1. Provide opportunities to practice stable, predictable routines by using first and then boards. This can teach sequence order to know what will come next, by not knowing this can be scary for the child.
2. Physical presence; moving closer to the child to let them that you are there if needed and encourage them to try first before jumping in.
3. Use tangible items such as favorite items, activities or toys of the child, this will motivate the child to help understand the desired task and receive items when the child attempts or complete desired action.
4. Prompt and fading to give the child a hint or cue to know what next. By modeling or demonstrating how to do skill or action while the child imitates it.
Agency:
The fragile X research foundation is a Fragile X Clinic at the Surrey Place Center in the heart of downtown Toronto, It is a national non– profit , tax exempt that been opened since June 2006. This community organization based is ran by volunteers of people who are parents or health professionals
It provides full ranges of services and interventions such as assessments, audiology, speech and language therapy, complex diagnosis, counseling and behavioral therapy.
The Fragile X Research Foundation of Canada location167 Queen Street WestBrampton, OntarioCanada L6Y 1M5
Phone: [email protected]