The NFXF Blog
NFXF Webinar Series: How FORWARD is Advancing Our Understanding of Fragile X Syndrome
Representatives from the CDC join Dr. Elizabeth Berry Kravis discusses the advances made in understanding Fragile X Syndrome through FORWARD.
How is Fragile X syndrome inherited?
This infographic and two-minute tip video answer the question, How is Fragile X syndrome inherited. It is one of the most common questions about Fragile X.
Study: Adolescents and Adults with IDD Needed for a Spatial Abilities Study
The Spatial Development Lab at Montclair State University is conducting a research study to learn about spatial abilities, such as why we sometimes get lost in the environment. About the Study Who can participate? [...]
Tips for Flying on an Airplane
Traveling with your young or adult child with Fragile X syndrome on an airplane can be very stressful for both of you. These tips are provided by parents based on their experiences with their own children. Find what works for you, your child, and your family.
Webinar: Using Mindfulness and Acceptance Techniques to Reduce Stress
Dr. Anne Wheeler will provide an overview of the literature on stress vulnerability in women with a premutation, describe how mindfulness-based techniques can be helpful for stress-reduction, allow for some experiential practice of these techniques, and provide practical resources for increasing mindfulness, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being.
Tell Us About An Xtraordinary Employee
his year, as part of our awareness efforts, we are sharing about individuals with Fragile X syndrome who are working – paid, volunteer, full-time, part-time, and more. We want to raise awareness of the value of employment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the employee, employer, and their coworkers.
In Memory of Steve Warren
As a geneticist and academic, Warren’s contributions to the understanding of Fragile X and to the broader Fragile X community are immense. In addition to being a gifted scientist, he was an outstanding leader, mentor, and friend who will be greatly missed.
Webinar: Females and Fragile X Syndrome
Dr. Marcia Braden joins us to discuss Females and Fragile X syndrome (FXS). This webinar helps you better understand the features associated with the syndrome. Information processing, cognitive strengths and weakness as well as social issues are identified. Strategies to address common challenges are also discussed.
Welcome to Our Newest Board Members
On behalf of the NFXF Board of Directors, I am excited to welcome our newest class of directors for 2021. This group of individuals have all been active members of our Fragile X community for many years and contribute in all areas of outreach.
Fragile X Awareness Signs
We designed several Fragile X awareness yard signs so you can choose one that serves you best. Each are printed on-demand and shipped directly to you with everything you need to display them in your yard for all of July or even longer if you choose.
AI–Assisted Phenotype Discovery of Fragile X Syndrome in a Population-Based Sample
This study is important for later-diagnosed individuals as it creates successful predictive models that can identify cases five years earlier than clinical diagnosis.
Emergence of Developmental Delay in Infants and Toddlers With an FMR1 Mutation
Data from 8 unique studies speaks to the necessity of early identification of FXS, which leads to earlier, effective medical and non-medical interventions.