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Last year, FraXI was lucky enough to cross paths with Bríd Quinn (being lucky to cross paths is an understatement- she is quite speedy!). Bríd is the proud mum of Alannah and Saorla, who live with Fragile X Syndrome. We covered her story here. We strongly encourage you to read it, but if you want…
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Last year, Michal and Eva Bednarik started Slovakia’s first ever Fragile X family organisation. Back then, the Bednariks knew no other families raising children with an FX diagnosis.Today, they have helped multiple families across Slovakia with their FXS journey and found their own purpose along the way. FraXI is grateful to Michal and Eva for…
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Table of Contents: Diagnostic Process Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is diagnosed through genetic testing. Testing of an individual with suspected FXS is usually done through taking a sample of blood which is sent to a laboratory to test which form of the FMR1 gene is present. It is also possible to diagnose using saliva or…
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Helping a person with Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is about recognising and promoting their strengths as well as putting support in place for areas of difficulties. There will be a range of inter-linked aspects which cross categories. Socio-educational interventions, for example, may teach skills for daily living, give tools for independence and promote inclusion in…
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Behaviour can cover many aspects of Fragile X Syndrome (FXS). Some behaviours are charming and idiosyncratic, others can disrupt daily life. Some behaviours may be linked to co-occurring conditions such as autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression. Often there is a combination of the above, unique to the individual and with changes in behaviour over the…
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Table of Contents: Case study: Sensory diet for a child with Fragile X Syndrome who is hyposensitive to sensory input Information on the child: Age: 7Diagnoses: Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Sensory profile: Hyposensitive to stimuli across multiple sensory systems Identified behaviour: Suggested Sensory Diet Plan Morning Routine (aims to get the…
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People with Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) may have difficulties with speech and language. This can present as delayed development. Each person will have their own strengths and struggles, but those with FXS are commonly better at understanding language than using language themselves. Speech and language therapists can carry out an assessment to understand the areas…
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Les résultats de la récente enquête Rare Barometer Voice Survey, menée par EURORDIS dans le cadre d'enquêtes régulières visant à recueillir des données sur les maladies rares par le biais d'expériences vécues, comprenaient des informations importantes provenant de familles vivant avec le SXF. Voici un rapport de FraXI basé sur les données recueillies lors de l'enquête. Données démographiques 9591 personnes vivant avec des maladies rares...
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Cent cinq kilomètres. Cinq villes. Une vision. Bríd Quinn est la mère de deux filles atteintes du syndrome de l'X fragile. Elle s'est lancé le défi de courir cinq semi-marathons dans cinq villes européennes en leur honneur et pour sensibiliser le public au syndrome de l'X fragile. Nous avons eu l'occasion de discuter avec Bríd...
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Si vous avez une idée et souhaitez collecter des fonds pour nous, faites-le nous savoir en envoyant un courriel à info@fraxi.org ou en remplissant notre formulaire de contact. Il peut s'agir d'un défi ou d'un marathon, d'une compétition locale ou d'une vente de pâtisseries que vous aimeriez organiser pour FraXI, toutes les idées sont les bienvenues ! Courir le X pour Fragile...
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