Genetics and Mental Retardation Syndromes
A New Look at Behaviour and Interventions

Elisabeth M. Dykens (Author), Robert M. Hodapp (Author), Brenda M. Finucane (Author)

9781557664716

Paperback / softback, published 31 July 2000

336 pages, Illustrations
22.6 x 15.1 x 1.7 cm, 0.46 kg

This comprehensive resource offers an explanation of genetic mental retardation syndromes and how they affect behaviour. Four major syndromes - Down, Williams, Fragile X and Prader-Willi - and several lesser-known syndromes are covered, with in-depth information on genetic causes, physical and medical features, speech and language issues, prevalence, cognitive profiles and adaptive and maladaptive behaviours. Researchers and practitioners - including mental health professionals, educators, speech-language pathologists and caregivers - should get the research-based information they need to improve individuals' educational, personal, occupational and residential situations and to create wider community inclusion.

Toward Etiology-Based Work
Applying the New Genetics to Mental Retardation Syndromes
Down Syndrome
Williams Syndrome
Fragile X Syndrome
Prader-Willi Syndrome
Five Other Intriguing Syndromes
Next Steps for Research.