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Lab mice were bred to show symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome ... US scientists created mice that showed symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome - a leading cause of mental retardation and autism in humans ... Fragile X Syndrome is linked to mutation in a gene carried on the X chromosome called FMR1. (BBC News -- Health)
Wrestler Deaths: 'Couple Argued Over Kid' Jun 28, 2007
"The child suffered from a rare medical condition called Fragile X Syndrome, an inherited form of mental retardation often accompanied by autism," he said. "I think it's fair to say that the subject of caring for that child was part of what made their relationship complicated and difficult, and it's something they were both constantly struggling with.". (Sky News)
Wrestler 'used choke hold on son' Jun 28, 2007
The family was struggling before the killings with how to care for the child, who suffered from a rare medical condition called Fragile X syndrome, an inherited form of mental retardation often accompanied by autism, said Jerry McDevitt, an attorney for World Wrestling Entertainment. "Him and Nancy were clearly struggling about this whole issue, about how to take care of Daniel," McDevitt said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Fragile X Finding May Help People With Autism Jun 27, 2007
Blocking a key brain chemical can reverse many of the symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome an inherited form of mental retardation often accompanied by autism in mice engineered to have the disease, according to a report in Tuesday's ... There are currently several drugs in development as possible treatments for people with Fragile X Syndrome, said Katie Clapp, co founder of , a Newburyport based nonprofit that helped fund the research. (Fox News)
Research shows way for drug therapy for autism Jun 27, 2007
A strain of mice, genetically engineered by the Nobel laureate Susumu Tonegawa and colleagues at MIT, were manipulated to model 'fragile X syndrome (FXS)', the leading inherited cause of mental retardation and the most common genetic cause of autism. The condition, tied to a mutated gene in the X chromosome, causes mild learning disabilities to severe autism,' researcher Sumantra Chatterji at NCBS told IANS. Presently, there is no effective treatment for FXS and other types of autism affecting... (Zee News)
Fragile X study raises hopes for autism Jun 26, 2007
Blocking a key brain chemical can reverse many of the symptoms of Fragile X Syndrome -- an inherited form of mental retardation often accompanied by autism -- in mice engineered to have the disease, an online scientific journal reported yesterday ... There are currently several drugs in development as possible treatments for people with Fragile X Syndrome, said Katie Clapp, co founder of FRAXA Research Foundation, a Newburyport based nonprofit that helped fund the research ... In all, he said,... (Boston Globe)
MIT researchers reverse symptoms in mice of leading inherited cause of mental retardation Jun 26, 2007
The mice were genetically manipulated to model Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), the leading inherited cause of mental retardation and the most common genetic cause of autism. The condition, tied to a mutated X chromosome gene called fragile X mental retardation 1 (FMR1) gene, causes mild learning disabilities to severe autism. (EurekAlert!)
* The disorder is sensory; the diagnosis, elusive Jun 10, 2007
Everyone seems to agree that sensory problems are real and disabling in children with diagnoses like autism or Fragile X Syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes social difficulties and learning delays. Most youngsters with these diagnoses react strongly to certain sounds, textures or other sensations X or appear unusually numb to sensory stimulation. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Crucial progress in understanding Fragile X mental retardation protein Jun 7, 2007
Researchers in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology ductive Sciences at Yale School of Medicine have identified a new regulatory target for the Fragile X mental retardation protein (FMRP), laying the groundwork for possible new treatments for Fragile X syndrome(FXS), the leading inherited form of mental retardation ... Fragile X syndrome is mainly caused by a mutation in the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome, leading to the loss of FMRP, which is abundantly expressed in the brain and testes ...... (EurekAlert!)
AMPAKINE compounds a new potential treatment for respiratory depression Jun 4, 2007
Research data suggests that ampakine molecules may improve neurotransmitter deficiencies implicated in schizophrenia, Huntingtons disease, fragile X syndrome, and Rhett's syndrome. Cortex is developing two classes of AMPAKINE drugs: Low and High impact compounds. (EurekAlert!)
Fragile X Syndrome: A Stimulating Environment Restores Neuronal Function In Mice May 26, 2007
A new study of the malfunctioning neuronal machinery of Fragile X syndrome reveals that it can be restored by a stimulating environment. The study found that mice genetically altered to have the same defect as humans with the disorder benefited from an environment with constantly changing toys and access to "play cages." Fragile X syndrome is the most common form of inherited mental retardation, occurring in 1 in 3600 males and 1 in 4000 to 6000 females ... To understand the details of the... (Science Daily)
Nonprofit honors 3 for aiding those with disabilities May 21, 2007
The Cuzzocreos are parents of twin boys, James and Joseph, 49, who have an inherited disorder, Fragile X syndrome, which causes mental retardation. The couple in 1983 opened a group home in town that for the past two years has been run by Marrakech. (New Haven Register, CT)
Gene discovery sheds light on mental defect Apr 24, 2007
Researchers from Scripps Florida think the gene will lead to a new understanding of a form of retardation called Fragile X Syndrome ... JUPITER -- Scripps Florida scientists say they have discovered a new gene that may help explain Fragile X Syndrome, the leading genetic cause of mental retardation. (The Miami Herald)
Scripps discovers retardation gene Apr 24, 2007
JUPITER Scripps Florida scientists say they have discovered a new gene that may help explain fragile X syndrome, the leading genetic cause of mental retardation. Discovery of the gene, named FMR4, is a milestone for both the young institute and researchers trying to understand a genetic disease that afflicts about one in 4,000 newborn boys and one in 6,000 girls. (The Palm Beach Post)
Fourth Annual Fragile X Walk scheduled for Saturday in Canton Apr 20, 2007
The Fourth Annual Walk for Fragile X Syndrome, in honor of Canton residents Parker and Allison Roos, will be held Saturday, April 21 at Wallace Park, 250 S. Avenue D, Canton. According to Parker and Allison's mother, Holly Roos, a special guest for the event is Congressman Phil Hare (D-17th District). (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Down Syndromes, Fragile X, Linked To Faulty Brain Communication Apr 12, 2007
Madison is the senior author of a paper on Fragile X syndrome in mice, which will be published in the April 11 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience ... In the latest study, Madison and postdoctoral scholar Jesse Hanson, PhD, studied Fragile X syndrome, which is a leading cause of mental retardation in this country. (Science Daily)
FragileX Walk planned April 21 Mar 25, 2007
The Fourth Annual Walk for Fragile X Syndrome, held in honor of Parker and Allison Roos of Canton, is scheduled for Saturday, April 21 at Wallace Park in Canton ... Fragile X includes: Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), the most common cause of inherited mental impairment ... Fragile X Syndrome is the most common known single gene cause of autism. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Research finds new way brain retains memories Mar 15, 2007
Researchers already know that abnormal DNA methylation is involved in certain cancers and several diseases such as Fragile X Syndrome, the most commonly inherited form of mental impairment. Some brain disorders such-as schizophrenia and forms of. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Kelley's Korner Mar 8, 2007
She wrote about her son, David, and her sister Connie's late son, Jay, who were both diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome. Davi said the entire family was "shocked" by these developments because there was no trace of anyone in either their mother's or their dad's families being affected by this problem. (Boone Today, IA)
Largest Ever Autism Study Identifies Two Genetic Culprits Mar 1, 2007 Girl's death puts doctor at center of controversy Feb 19, 2007 Genetic Testing: The Burden of Information Feb 19, 2007 ‘60 Minutes’ eyes autism Feb 19, 2007 Largest-ever search for autism genes reveals new clues Feb 19, 2007 Stanford Q&A: Largest-ever study shows possible genetic links for autism Feb 19, 2007 Autism Experts To Be Featured on CBS UCD, Feb. 15 Feb 16, 2007 High rates of autism alarming Feb 9, 2007 Mutant Gene Shatters Nerves: Was Abe Lincoln Affected? Feb 1, 2007 Help for kids with genetic disorder Jan 25, 2007 Around the County Jan 24, 2007
Glutamate functioning has been implicated in other syndromes involving mental retardation of which autism is often a symptom, such as fragile X syndrome and tuberous sclerosis. Neurexin 1 is specifically believed to be involved in building glutamate synapses, the links through which glutamate neurons send and receive electrical signals. (Scientific American)
Autism Genes Believed on Chromosome 11 Feb 21, 2007
There is also evidence that chromosomal abnormalities or genetic disorders such as fragile X syndrome or tuberous sclerosis syndrome, both of which involve aberrant glutamate signaling, may be involved in autism risk, they wrote. Using the genetic linkage analysis, the authors found that the 11p12-p13 region of chromosome 11 was most closely linked to neuroligins, transmembrane proteins expressed on the postsynaptic cell that bind to presynaptic transmembrane proteins called -neurexins. (MedPage Today)
She said he was suffering from severe anxiety due to his Fragile X syndrome, a genetic condition that can lead to severe disabilities. She said her son was a "nervous wreck," biting his fingernails to the point of bleeding. (Boston Globe)
"He had full-blown Fragile X Syndrome, she said. Doctors told her the baby would likely be far more disabled than Max. They asked if she wanted to terminate the pregnancy. Her faith and family collided with the genetic revelation; they went to see a priest. In the end, she decided to end her pregnancy. The choice consumes her to this day. "It was a tough thing. He's still with me. (WOKR13 Rochester)
The MIND Institute is a collaborative center devoted to finding improved treatments, causes and eventually cures for autism fragile X syndrome, Tourette syndrome, learning disabilities and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The community can help speed that process by enrolling their children in research studies. (Davis Enterprise, CA)
Previous studies have also linked abnormal glutamate functioning to disorders such as Fragile X syndrome and tuberous sclerosis, which share some symptoms with autism. It's not unusual for individuals with either syndrome to be diagnosed with autism. (EurekAlert!)
Finally, about 10 percent of autism cases can be ascribed to single-gene disorders (such as fragile X syndrome, tuberous sclerosis complex and Rett syndrome), or to chromosomal abnormalities - all of which affect brain development. Abnormal brain development early in life is probably another risk factor for developing clinical symptoms seen in autism spectrum disorders. (EurekAlert!)
The M.I.N.D. Institute is a unique, collaborative center devoted to finding improved treatments, causes and eventually cures for autism fragile X syndrome, Tourette syndrome, learning disabilities and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The community can help speed that process by enrolling their children in research studies. (University of California Newswire, CA)
The CDC says it's likely there are multiple causes "due to complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors." For most cases, it adds, the cause is not known although it tends to occur more frequently than expected with certain other medical conditions, including Fragile X syndrome, tuberous sclerosis, congenital rubella and untreated phenylketonuria (PKU). Utah had the most striking difference in the rates of autism among males vs. females, at 7 to 1. (Deseret News)
ScienceDaily: Mutant Gene Shatters Nerves: Was Abe Lincoln Affected. Mutant Gene Shatters Nerves: Was Abe Lincoln Affected. (Science Daily)
It was only when Rahul turned 16 months old that the reason became clear: he had Fragile X Syndrome ... They are now looking in forward to interacting with other anxious parents and international experts in the coming week when the city plays host to a three-day-long interaction session on Fragile X syndrome ... Rahul was suffering from Fragile X syndrome, a genetic condition that could cause learning problems in children, from subtle learning difficulties with a normal IQ or mental impairment. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
PLANNING SESSION FOR 2007 FRAGILE X SYNDROME WALK WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY. A planning meeting for Walk for Fragile X Syndrome 2007 will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, in the training room of the Canton Fire Department, 101 E. Spruce St., Canton ... Anyone interested in helping with this year's Walk for Fragile X Syndrome is encouraged to attend. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
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