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Customized, cheek swab chromosomal microarray (CMA) service for those with childhood development disorders including autism. http://t.co/rfiSzeSAjV firststepdx.com Salt Lake City, UT Joined April 2015-
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When children with ASD have visual support like photographs and lists, it feels more predictable—lessening their need for coping mechanisms.
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“The secret to parenting teens is to be an available parent who listens with curiosity to their children more than lecture them.” Agree?
FYI: Early detection and intervention becomes especially important for children with Fragile X syndrome.
Fragile X syndrome usually affects males more severely than females. It causes developmental problems including cognitive impairment.
Don’t forget you can visit Facebook and use #CounselMeKate, the resident genetic counselor, to answer your questions bit.ly/29Zhetz
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Genetic testing pinpoints the causes to guide treatment. If developmental delay is detected early, many times it can be treated properly.
If your child has medical problems, testing can help determine the underlying genetic cause. go.lineagen.com/learn-more
At four, most children hone their communication skills. For example, they should be able to say their first and last name and tell stories.
Heard of the “Terrible Twos”? A parent's greatest source of stress are tantrums. Here are tips from @Parentsmagazine bit.ly/2a3wI09
False! Children develop at different speeds but most do not master dressing and undressing themselves until 3 to 4.
True or False: Most children can completely dress and undress themselves with little assistance by age two.
(2 of 2) “I have Asperger’s and sometimes think it’s like a part of me that makes myself smarter for some reason.”
We can learn a lot from this young man’s perspective about Asperger’s syndrome, a high-functioning form of autism. (1 of 2)
- Show interest in your teen’s day-to-day life. - Respect their privacy. - Help them learn to make good decisions using their own judgment.
Parenting can become more complicated than before as teen angst comes into play. Check out these pointers for positive parenting!
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