Category: Child/Adolescent with Disability

Angelman syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes developmental delay and neurological problems. Angelman syndrome is thought to occur in about 1 in 15,000 births. The United States and Canada have an estimated 5,000-10,000 individuals living with Angelman syndrome. What causes Angelman syndrome? Individuals with Angelman syndrome usually are missing a gene on the 15th… Read more Angelman Syndrome

ADHD occurs in 8% to 10% of school-age children. Primary characteristics include challenges with staying focused and paying attention, controlling behavior, and managing activity level. ADHD is about 3 times more common in boys than in girls and occurs across all racial, ethnic, and social groups.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention… Read more Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)