- Family Stories
Alan and Tymon
Published: 7 Sep 2024
Alan and Tymon are brothers. They both have Fragile X Syndrome – and this is the only thing they have in common. Alan and Tymon develop at different paces, they like different things, they also perceive the world from different perspectives. Alan – the older brother – is very empathetic and caring, he likes to dance and sing, he constantly needs someone’s presence. Tymon is a hyperactive child, he is everywhere, he asks a lot of questions and is curious about the world. Tymon likes to play as if he is an adult – he goes to work, cleans and cooks he is also hypersensitive to sounds and tactile stimuli.