What is Fragile X? A 90-Second Video

The NFXF is excited to share one of our four 90-second animated videos designed to raise awareness and educate about Fragile X! Look for them on YouTube and your favorite social media accounts.

Do you know someone who could benefit from watching this video?

One of the most important messages is that Fragile X is just one part of who a person is, and knowing what Fragile X is helps people get the support they need and deserve.

Transcript

This is a typical FMR1 gene.

This FMR1 gene has a fragile section, that’s how Fragile X got its name.

It’s a genetic alteration of the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome.

Everybody has an FMR1 gene.

People with Fragile X have a gene that’s either a premutation or a full mutation.

Both can cause health risk.

Fragile X is an umbrella term that describes all the FMR1 gene associated conditions.

A full mutation can result in Fragile X syndrome which is a rare disease.

Fragile X causes intellectual disability, behavioral and learning challenges, and various physical characteristics.

Fragile X is also the most common single gene linked to autism.

A premutation also has health risk, including conditions like FXPOI and FXTAS in some but not all individuals.

Fragile X is hereditary, which means it is passed from parents to their children.

In rare cases, Fragile X can happen spontaneously.

Fragile X is just one part of who a person is and knowing what Fragile X is helps people get the support they need.

The National Fragile X Foundation has resources for everyone: Self-advocates, families, caregivers, educators, health. and other professionals

Visit fragilex.org today.