Psychologist Dr Jennifer Epstein presented research findings and key background information on toileting skill development in children to the age of 10 who have Fragile X syndrome. Dr Epstein addressed practical strategies which parents and carers can use to monitor and to assist progress with toileting skills.
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Webinar recording from 11 November 2023 - Dr Marcia Braden PhD licensed psychologist speaking on Anxiety and Behaviours in Fragile X syndrome. Addressing what lies behind the anxiety experienced by many children with Fragile X syndrome, how the anxiety impacts daily living, learning and behaviours, and practical strategies that can be put in place to best support the person with Fragile X syndrome.
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Our Annual Report is a comprehensive roundup of our programs and activities this past year and pays tribute to the late Professor Gillian Turner AO, whose groundbreaking work played a key role in the discovery of the genetic basis of Fragile X syndrome. It covers our work in supporting the Fragile X community through counselling, peer connections and advocacy. Our FX webinar program. Increasing understanding of Fragile X syndrome and Fragile X Premutation Associated Conditions. World Fragile X Day. Fundraising. Our Supporters. And more!
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With Dr Jennifer Epstein PsyD., from webinar recording November 2023. Communication, sensory, motor, physiology & cognitive delays are commonly associated with Fragile X syndrome. These delays can pose challenges for building toileting skills in childhood and retaining those skills throughout life. This session focuses on successful toileting skills development for children to the age of 10.
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With Dr Marcia Braden PhD, psychologist, from a webinar recording from November 2023. Discussion of the significant impact Fragile X-associated anxiety has on daily living and on behaviours for children & adults with Fragile X syndrome. Practical tips and strategies for helping an individual to manage that anxiety and achieve successful outcomes.
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For 2023: printed Christmas cards in 3 designs, and a "Season's Greeting" design. A lovely personal way to wish friends and family all the best at this time of year.
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1 in 20 people carry a gene change for Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Fragile X syndrome (FXS), or Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and most are unaware that they are carriers. arrier screening is a genetic test that can tell people if they have an increased chance of having children with an inherited genetic condition. From 1st November 2023, there will be a new Medicare item number that will cover reproductive genetic carrier testing for Cystic Fibrosis, Fragile X syndrome and Spinal Muscular Atrophy for people planning a pregnancy or in early pregnancy.
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Join us! As we celebrate Awards for achievements by members of the FX community, thank the volunteers who are behind our successes, review our programs over the past year, vote on nominations to the Board, and take a look at what's on the horizon for 2024. Online via Zoom.
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With Dr Jonathan Cohen MD, from a webinar recording August 2023. Discussion of conditions associated with Fragile X syndrome (such as anxiety, ADHD, aggression and self-injury, OCD, mood disorders, epilepsy and sleep disorders) and the types of medications which may be recommended for the treatment of those conditions.
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World Fragile X Day is 22 July, and celebrated in many countries around the world including Australia. Since 2016 Fragile X Association of Australia has invited significant landmarks across Australia to illuminate “ORANGE” on this day, orange being the signature colour for Fragile X in Australia. 2023 was set to be a standout!
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With Dr Mary-Ann O'Donovan, from the FX Research Roundup webinar 13 July 2023. Profiling the first Australian study of adults and ageing in Fragile X syndrome, a collaboration between Fragile X Association of Australia and Centre for Disability Studies in 2024-2026.
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Dr Helen (Honey) Heussler, developmental and behavioural paediatrician. Outline of the working of the human endocannabinoid system, the impact of Fragile X syndrome on that system, and how cannabidiol (non-THC CBD) can provide regulation and control. Discussion of the function and findings of clinical trial phases which preceded the current RECONNECT study in Australia.
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Your generous donation will help FXAA ensure people living with Fragile X are connected, included, understood and empowered. Specifically, your donation will help us maintain and deliver support and connections to the Fragile X community around Australia: 1. Counselling support 2. FXAA Helpline - available 5 days per week - 1300 394 636 3. Webinar program 4. Peer connection and referrals 5. Advocacy work – for example, our Fragile X Care | Adults & Ageing research study. This is the first Australian study on the support needs, health & wellbeing of adults with Fragile X syndrome as they age. All support is sincerely appreciated and helps us make a difference for the Fragile X community.
