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This book presents the latest research on speech and language development and relevant assessment and intervention for individuals who have Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) or Down Syndrome (DS). The book reviews the current state of knowledge on both syndromes across the lifespan. ... Read more

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An essential and invaluable contribution
Every child, regardless of the degree of their developmental disabilities, is entitled by federal law to the best education they can benefit from. This holds especially true with respect to their ability to communicate with others. The impressively collaborative work of Joanne E. Roberts, Robin S. Chapman, and Steven F. Warren in compiling contributions from twenty leading experts and specialists in this field, "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" is the newest addition to the 'Communication and Language Intervention' series from the Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company. Presenting an advanced body of work for aspiring and practicing professionals, "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" presents cutting edge research and clinical insights into the behaviors, characteristics and genetics associated with these two genetically-based conditions; explains how speech and language develop across the life span of human beings; identifies for application the principles of effective assessment with members of every age group; demonstrate specific interventions that support speech and language development; show how to tailor assessment and intervention to individual needs and abilities; illustrate the application of assessment and intervention techniques that can be utilized with other disabilities such as autism; and underscores the necessity and value of family involvement in education and treatment approaches. "Speech & Language Development & Intervention In Down Syndrome & Fragile X Syndrome" is an essential and invaluable contribution to professional and academic library Speech-Language Pathology and Developmental Disabilities reference collections and supplemental reading lists. ... Read more

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Off-the-shelf support containing all the vital information practitioners need to know about Fragile X Syndrome, this book includes:

* Definition of Fragile X Syndrome and its educational implications

* Ideas on how to improve access to the curriculum

* Advice on how to manage support staff

* Guidance on coordinating home and school liaison

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Univ. of California, Davis. Text discusses the clinical approach to diagnosing the disorder, supported by the latest research in epidemiology, molecular biology and genetics, and neuropsychology. Also presents data on treatment: genetic counseling, pharmacotherapy, intervention, and gene therapy. Previous edition: c1996. Softcover, hardcover also available. ... Read more

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Not for Educators and Parents
This book is probably an excellent resource for those in the medical profession.It is not, however, for Special Education teachers and parents.There's some informative insights about the true condition of Fragile X in the book, but one must wade through all the medical and scientific lingo to find it. ... Read more

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Featuring contributions from professionals working and researching in a wide variety of fields, the book provides invaluable information, support, and guidance on educating a child with Fragile X. ... Read more

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"The Broken Toy: A Story of a Fragile X Syndrome Child" is an inspirational account detailing the trials and triumphs of raising a special needs child. The goal is to help each and every parent with the courage, common sense, appropriate education, and love needed in raising their son or daughter. Determination and years of training resulted in an adult filled with hope, ability, and the opportunity for a productive life. This emotional tale of one child with a "disability" will serve as support for all parents. The Broken Toy details an engrossing and absorbing description of a special child's development from infancy to adulthood. The author's common sense approach to parenting will assist all parents in their life-long journey. ... Read more

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In X Stories: The Personal Side of Fragile X Syndrome, people who have been touched by fragile X tell in their own words how the experience has touched and transformed their lives. ... Read more

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An honest, real look at fragile X from nearly every perspective.
What stands out about this book is the utterly honest writing about the ups and downs of having fragile X syndrome in your family.Fathers, mothers, grandparents, siblings, caregivers, researchers and doctors describe how fragile X challenged them personally and professionally. They have all risen to the occasion and garnered knowledge or perspective they didn't have before.In the interest of full disclosure, I wrote one of the stories in this book but can honestly say that I wish a book like this had been available when my son was diagnosed with fragile X syndrome five years ago. It is full of real-life, useful information that covers many generations. ... Read more

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Fragile X syndrome is believed to be the most common genetic cause of mental retardation, even more common than Down syndrome.It can result in a wide range of developmental delays, learning disabilities, and physical characteristics-which all tend to be more pronounced in boys than in girls.

At last, there is a comprehensive book on fragile X syndrome for parents.The first and only book of its kind, Children with Fragile X Syndrome provides a complete, sensitive introduction to fragile X syndrome, an inherited, genetic condition caused by a mutation on the X chromosome.This new guide is written by renowned professionals and experienced parents, who offer an in-depth look at the issues and concerns affecting children and their families.It covers:diagnosis; parental emotions; therapies and medications; development; early intervention; education; daily care; legal rights; and advocacy.

With recent breakthroughs in research and effective treatments, therapies, and educational strategies, the future of children with fragile X syndrome is more promising than ever.Now parents and families have this indispensable guide as a source of up-to-date information, answers to their questions, and support from people who know about the challenges of raising a child with fragile X syndrome. ... Read more

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A must have for any parent of a child with Fragile X.....
This is a wonderful book. It is the first that I read after finding out my two children have Fragile X. You'll find yourself referring to it often during your journey. Jayne Dixon Weber really gives you insight on many different issues. My son's teacher even bought a copy for herself.

Telling it like it is....
Jayne Dixon Weber has been there.....she KNOWS what it's like to raise a child with fragile x syndrome. I met her on a trip to Denver with my son, also affected by FXS, and was impressed by her. All of that comes through in the firm grasp of the facts in her book. It's hard to describe this life to someone who hasn't been there, and Jayne does a remarkable job. I find her work to be professional and compassionate. I think this book would be a wonderful addition to a parent's library as well as that of educator, social worker, doctor, etc. It's a VALUABLE personable easy to read book, from a true veteran. ... Read more

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Fragile X Syndrome is thought to be the most common inherited cause of learning difficulties. However many people have never heard of it and those who have, including many of the professionals who work with those affected by it, have little knowledge or understanding of the condition. This book brings up to date research with information and advice from teachers who are discovering, first hand, the best ways of educating children with Fragile X.It is much needed support and advice that will help teachers to understand the child with Fragile X and encourage maximum educational progress.
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While the book is aimed at teachers, it is also an excellent resource for parents, therapists and any professional working with a child who has Fragile X. ... Read more

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Praise for Saunders' book!
This book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to find out more about Fragile X syndrome and how it affects everyday learning in a classroom setting.It is concise and practical and offers tested techniques that are adaptable to most classrooms.It also gives a clear definition of the disorder that will allow teachers to more clearly understand the difficulties that their students with Fragile X face in learning and coping with the stresses of a regular school day.The inclusion of the last chapter puts a personal mark on the disorder and gives teachers, or potential teachers, a brief look into what the families of these children must deal with continually.An excellent start to learning more about Fragile X syndrome and a must for teachers, child care workers or anyone else who is planning to work with children affected by Fragile X syndrome. ... Read more

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This book has been created for parents who have decided to make education and research an integral part of the treatment process. Although it also gives information useful to doctors, caregivers and other health professionals, it tells parents where and how to look for information covering virtually all topics related to fragile x syndrome (also FRAXA; Marker X Syndrome; Martin-Bell Syndrome; X-linked mental retardation; X-linked Mental Retardation and Macroorchidism), from the essentials to the most advanced areas of research. The title of this book includes the word official. This reflects the fact that the sourcebook draws from public, academic, government, and peer-reviewed research. Selected readings from various agencies are reproduced to give you some of the latest official information available to date on fragile x syndrome. Given parents' increasing sophistication in using the Internet, abundant references to reliable Internet-based resources are provided throughout this sourcebook. Where possible, guidance is provided on how to obtain free-of-charge, primary research results as well as more detailed information via the Internet. E-book and electronic versions of this sourcebook are fully interactive with each of the Internet sites mentioned (clicking on a hyperlink automatically opens your browser to the site indicated). Hard-copy users of this sourcebook can type cited Web addresses directly into their browsers to obtain access to the corresponding sites. In addition to extensive references accessible via the Internet, chapters include glossaries of technical or uncommon terms. ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading." Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing. Since only the smallest fraction of information dealing with fragile X syndrome is indexed in search engines, such as www.google.com or others, a non-systematic approach to Internet research can be not only time consuming, but also incomplete. This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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Fragile X syndrome (FXS), is the most common cause of inherited mental impairment. This impairment can range from learning disabilities to more severe cognitive or intellectual disabilities (sometimes referred to as mental retardation). FXS is the most common known cause of autism or 'autistic-like' behaviour. Symptoms also can include characteristic physical and behavioural features and delays in speech and language development. This new book presents the latest research in this field. ... Read more

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This new book is an up-to-date review of the clinical, epidemiological, and cytogenetic aspects of the fragile X (Martin-Bell) syndrome--the most common genetic cause of mental retardation after Down syndrome. The book includes the latest research findings concerning diagnosis on the basis of the appearance of a fragile site in cultured lymphocytes. It assumes little prior knowledge of the subject, and provides a clearly written, easy-to-understand discussion previously unavailable in a single reference source.The book will be of special interest to molecular biologists, cytogeneticists, medical geneticists, and clinicians and other professionals working with the mentally handicapped. ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading."Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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Chapters: Asperger Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Hyperlexia, Rett Syndrome, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Autism Therapies, Heritability of Autism, Causes of Autism, Mmr Vaccine Controversy, Epidemiology of Autism, Sociological and Cultural Aspects of Autism, Thiomersal Controversy, Diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome, Autism Rights Movement, Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children, Sensory Processing Disorder, Historical Figures Sometimes Considered Autistic, Lovaas Technique, List of People on the Autism Spectrum, Lujan-Fryns Syndrome, Conditions Comorbid to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Enterocolitis, Neurodiversity, Social Stories, List of Fictional Characters on the Autism Spectrum, Refrigerator Mother, History of Asperger Syndrome, Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised, Lena Foundation, Pivotal Response Therapy, Weak Central Coherence Theory, Lauretta Bender, Qigong Sensory Training, Controversies in Autism, Ryan's Law, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Combating Autism Act, Autism Spectrum Quotient, Autism Act 2009, Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet, Autism Sunday, Picture Exchange Communication System, Video Modeling, Regressive Autism, Childhood Autism Rating Scale, Sensory Defensiveness, Son-Rise, List of Autism-Related Topics, Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills, Relationship Development Intervention, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Hug Machine, Jonathan's Law, Snoezelen, Effects of Equine Assisted Therapy on Autism, Multiple Complex Developmental Disorder, Autistic Pride Day, Echolalia, Developmental Social-Pragmatic Model, Gilliam Asperger's Disorder Scale, Neurotypical, High-Functioning Autism, Lutein-Free Diet, Visual Schedules, Sensory Overload, Children's Health Act, Mind-Blindness, Pronoun Reversal, Rapid Visual Imaging, Fragile X-Associated Tremor/ataxia Syndrome. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 518. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=25 ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Macmillan Reference USA Science Library: Genetics, brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 1035 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.A comprehensive collection of articles on all aspects of genetics, from Mendel to the decoding of the human genome. Explains the workings of genes and chromosomes, genetic diseases, and biotechnology. Covers the ethical, legal, and social issues connected to genetic science and includes coverage of careers in the field. ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Brain and Cognition, published by Elsevier in 2004. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that represents the most common known cause of developmental delay. Recent neuropsychological findings indicate that females with FXS present with a specific pattern of cognitive deficits and that these difficulties primarily involve skills requiring executive control. The present study is the first to examine the extent to which neural activity of females with FXS can be observed on a task that specifically taps two core deficits, namely switching and response inhibition. Brain activity was measured using both event-related electrical potentials (ERPs) and event-related functional MRI (fMRI) neuroimaging in separate studies using the same cognitive paradigm. Compared to controls, females with FXS were significantly slower and made more errors on trials that required an immediate response (Go) to stimulus onset but were comparable on trials that required a delayed response (Wait) to stimulus onset. At the brain level, several areas showed significantly greater activation for females with FXS compared with controls, including the cingulate cortex and left and right ventral prefrontal areas. In contrast, no areas were found to show significantly greater activation for controls compared with females with FXS. ... Read more