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Turner's syndrome is a rare condition that affects females. It results when a sex chromosome (X chromosome) is either missing or partially missing. Turner’s syndrome can cause a lot of different medical problems such as short height, puberty failure, heart defects, learning disabilities and social adjustment problems. It is sometimes diagnosed before birth, during infancy or during their early childhood. Occasionally the diagnosis is delayed until the teen or young adult years in those who have…

Cri du chat syndrome, also referred to as cat cry syndrome and 5p deletion, is a chromosomal disorder resulting from the deletion of the short arm, known as the p arm on chromosome 5 (1). This disease was first described in 1963 by a French geneticist, Jerome Lejeune as a hereditary congenital syndrome (1). Today, it is known as one of most frequent autosomal deletion syndromes that results from loss of the distal portion of chromosome 5 affecting the telomerase reverse transcriptase (TERT)…

Just as a change in environment can be a beneficial accommodation for students with sensory impairments, the same is for students with social and behavioral impairments (Hallahan, et al., 2014). For some students with ASD, a small change in environment will result in an angry outburst. In order to accommodate for this situation, it is important for the teacher to keep the classroom the same. Lifespan issues related to Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD can have lifelong effects on an individual that…

Those who live with Down syndrome (Downs) have normal lives even if they may have a few characteristics that are different from those who do not. There are many types of Down syndrome, symptoms, diagnostic tests, and complications that characterize people who have Downs. But as shown, they are not as different to everyone else as some people may think, besides the extra 21st chromosome and a few other features. These can include physical characteristics, intellectual struggles, and a few…

known as Down syndrome. This disorder is due to an extra chromosome in their genes which is the leading cause. However, a specific chromosome can also be damaged during cell replication, which can also increase their risk of getting Down syndrome and other disorders later on in their life that could eventually lead to death if not treated at the right time. Also, if a mother gives birth at a higher age, it also increases the risk of their child having Down syndrome. Therefore, children with Down…

ichael explains his case in a creative way. He has Down syndrome when the chromosomes came to make him, a normal chromosome broke, the broken piece moved and struck onto another chromosome.Its called spontaneous translocation.No one knows why this happens or how to prevent it. He starts to talk like how he is like everyone else. All he does is learns things a different way. It takes him longer to process information and form his thoughts and communicate with others. He gets frustrated when…

about Down Syndrome and what exactly causes it, or even the health problems that these children and adults face? Down Syndrome, often known as DS, is a genetic condition which is caused by an extra chromosome. Down Syndrome is also the most common genetic disorder. There is no way of preventing Down Syndrome, although genetic counseling is available to figure the odds of having a baby with Downs. Over the course of many years, more tests and screenings have become available for diagnosing Down…

“It was just a nightmare” was Hazel's response to Fiver’s vision about humans attacking the Sandleford Warren. Hazel did not believe what Fiver had said, but Fiver, the younger, more loyal member of the Sandleford Warren, could not obliviate the thought. Fiver, in fear responded, “ Oh, Hazel! This is where it comes from! I know now- something very bad! Some terrible thing- coming closer and closer.” Hazel had to drag Fiver, a burden, back to the warren. Hazel, in anxiety warned the Chief who…

The first client information you are reviewing pertains to Maddie. Maddie has a diagnosis of Down syndrome (2pts). Based on your resources, this diagnosis is due to an extra chromosome on the 21st chromosome (short answer response here – 5 pts) which would be considered a pediatric genetic condition (2pts) disorder. This disorder is characterized by characteristic facial features such as slanted eyes, skinfold over nasal corners of eyes, flat nasal bridge, small mouth, protruding tongue,…

What is a developmental disability? A developmental disability is a mental or physical impairment which is chronic and begins before an individual reaches adulthood. There are many different types of developmental disabilities. They include Intellectual Disability (ID), epilepsy, autism, and cerebral palsy, which is the disorder this paper will be focusing on (CA.Gov 2013). Cerebral Palsy is an impairment in the area of the brain that controls muscle tone and movement. Cerebral Palsy does not…