The NFXF Blog
Improving Sleeping in Children & Youth with Fragile X Syndrome — Presentation
This conference session discusses common sleep problems and some strategies for treating them in children with FXS, including assessments, behavioral techniques, and medications commonly used to treat sleep problems. Presented by Carol Delahunty, MD.
How Many Times Is He Going to Ask That? Perseverative Questioning and Other Behavioral Inflexibility in FXS — Presentation
Dr. Lauren Schmitt, a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive training in cognitive functioning in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, discusses how behavioral inflexibility is likened to being stuck — a state in which the individual is unable to move on from a current behavior or thought.
Common Behaviors and Available Treatments Across the Lifespan — Presentation
How to recognize behavioral challenges in FXS and the most common behavioral difficulties and treatment options at each developmental stage. Specific tips are shared that families can easily implement with their children or adolescents.
Experts Discuss Fragile X-Associated Tremor Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS) — Panel
Explore this premutation webinar to learn more about Fragile X and Associated Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS) with our expert panel: Peter K. Todd, MD, Randi J. Hagerman, MD, David Hessl, PhD, and Dr. Deborah A. Hall, MD.
Experts Discuss Females with Fragile X Syndrome — Panel
Experts in the field discuss support and solutions for females with Fragile X in this panel discussion and Q&A. Join Jennifer Barber, Susan Howell, Barbara Haas-Givler, Nicole Tartaglia, Rebecca Shaffer, and Laurie Bridges.
Setting the Stage for Success: Effective Strategies to Promote and Support Social Skills — Presentation
This session discusses specific strategies to help promote and support essential social skills for those with Fragile X. Presented by Barbara Haas-Givler.
Experts Discuss Education Strategies for Fragile X Syndrome — Panel
Explore this deep dive into education strategies for Fragile X syndrome. Moderated by Linda Sorensen and featuring Tracy Murnan Stackhouse and Anne Hoffmann.
Promoting Inclusive Early Childhood Environments for Young Children with Fragile X Syndrome — Presentation
This session explores ways to promote inclusivity at a young age for children with Fragile X syndrome. Presented by Jeanine Coleman, PhD.
Hands-on Sensory & Body-Based (Somatic) Self-Regulation for Hyperarousal & Anxiety in FXS — Presentation
Active sensory and body-based strategies are evidence-based to directly reduce hyperarousal, tame anxiety, and limit the impact of sensory reactivity. Presented by Tracy Murnan Stackhouse.
Transitioning to Independence in Adulthood: What Helps? What Hurts? — Panel
A panel of experts present research-based information on the factors that promote or hinder the transition to independence of young adults with FXS after completion of high school and formal education. Panelists Leonard Abbeduto, Jessica Klusek, Angie Thurman, and Julie Lounds Taylor also take questions from the audience.
Emotional Regulation in Fragile X Syndrome — Presentation
Rebecca Shaffer discusses the signs of emotion dysregulation in Fragile X syndrome and ways to respond and practical strategies for families and caregivers.
Encouraging Early Communication: Strategies for Caregivers — Presentation
This presentation focuses on tools that caregivers can use to encourage communication development for individuals at early stages of development. Presented by Anne Hoffman from Rush University Medical Center.