NFXF Blog

Because there are genes known to be associated with autism — Fragile X being the most common — it is important to test for the presence of an underlying genetic disorder.

We take a look at behavioral issues in individuals with FXS plus ASD and compare them to those with FXS alone.

It is critical to integrate knowledge of hyperarousal into any intervention strategy, especially for those treatments that come from a tradition of autism intervention.

Understanding the distinctions is helpful when deciding on the most appropriate medical, therapeutic, counseling, and education interventions, and will increase the potential for both short- and long-term benefits.