The NFXF Blog
Stopping the Stuffing
Mouth stuffing, by Mouse or anyone else, is an overfilling of the mouth with the selected food. For kids with FXS, it is usually an adaptive means of trying to succeed with eating.
The 5th Annual Bike to X Out Fragile X
The 5th Annual Bike to X Out Fragile X is in the books and another success in raising support and awareness of Fragile X in Iowa. Nancy Carlson, the NFXF Heartland Chapter leader and Fragile X mom tells us all about it.
Clinical Research Study: Brain Development in Relation to Behavior and Cognition
Males between the ages of 18 and 30 years with a diagnosis of Fragile X syndrome (full mutation) may be eligible to participate.
Fragile X Syndrome Self-Advocates Share Their Challenges and Triumphs
One of the most common questions related to Fragile X is: What limitations does a person with Fragile x syndrome have? Meet Allison Cohen, Michael Cohen, Doug Cooper, Aaron Heisel, Samantha Rhodes, Joshua Rocker, Jodi Selinger, Spencer Shelton, and Cassie Stringer.
Parent Survey: Literacy Skills in Children with Fragile X Syndrome
The Research in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Lab at the Waisman Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking for parents of male or female children 6 to 17 years old with Fragile X syndrome for an online survey.
From One Caretaker to Another
Being the caretaker of someone with special needs, such as Fragile X syndrome, can be daunting. Isabel looks back at her journey, sharing advice and encouragement for new caregivers or those who have been doing it for years.
COVID-19 Check-In: Month 5
What can we do to take care of ourselves and to help others? A mother takes a step back to imagine what life during a pandemic looks like through the eyes of her son, who has Fragile X syndrome.
The Marner Family Hosts a Golf Outing in Support of NFXF
The Marners held a golf outing in western Illinois to raise support for the NFXF. “We love being able to help in any way we can and this is something Reid also had so much fun with!”
Sophia James: Life as a Sibling of Someone with Fragile X Syndrome
Sophia James, a top 10 finalist in the latest season of American Idol, talks about being a sibling to her brother James, who has Fragile X syndrome. There is so much in what she says — take the time to watch and read it. It’s well worth your time.
Shining a Light on NFXF’s Global Impact
In 2019, Dr. Tabatadze and her colleagues ─ a small team of doctors ─ established the first local Fragile X laboratory in Georgia. They conducted a pilot study and tested 250 patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities; the study yielded 11 positive results for Fragile X.
Getting Comfortable Wearing a Mask
Real-life tips from a mom, Jayne Dixon Weber, who’s already going through this with her own son, plus a a quick video from Rebecca Shaffer to guide you through the process of getting your child comfortable wearing a mask.
Language Across the Lifespan in Fragile X Syndrome: Characteristics and Considerations for Assessment
RESEARCH RESULTS ROUNDUP — Describe cognition and language in FXS using the data from a large group, while trying to understand if the standard assessments are feasible (able to be done accurately) and valid (reflect reality) in FXS and then compared the assessment results to caregiver report.