-
- Also known as Happy Puppet Syndrome
- Named after Dr. Harry Angelman
- First illustrated in 1965
- Sister syndrome: Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Not usually recognized at birth or infancy
- Usually diagnosed between 3 and 7 years old
- Estimated incidence: 1 in 15,000 to 20,000
- In North America, mostly seen in Caucasians
- Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Angelman Syndrome, please consult your doctor.
-
-
Angelman Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that involves a multitude of characteristics such as mental retardation, speech impairment, small head size, hyperactivity, and seizures among other things. Angelman Syndrome does not have a specific therapy, but seizure management is most often necessary.
-
-
-
Angelman Syndrome on Amazon
-
Angelman Syndrome A to Z: Everything you ever wanted to know about Angelman Syndrome ... and then some!
Amazon.com: Angelman Syndrome A to Z: Everything you ever wanted to know about Angelman Syndrome ... and then some! (9780964941991): Julie Hyman: BooksAmazon
-
Fun and Function's Spiky Tactile Cushion - 13 inches - $18.99
Our Spiky Tactile Cushion is a wonderful tool to work on balance and postural training with lots of tactile input! The cushion features one side covered with tactile "spikes" about...Amazon
-
Chromosomal abnormalities: An entry from Thomson Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, 2nd ed.</i> - $3.95
Amazon.com: Chromosomal abnormalities: An entry from Thomson Gale's Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, 2nd ed.: Michelle, MS, CGC Bosworth: BooksAmazon
-
Psychopharmacologic interventions for fragile X: Prader-Willi, Angelman's syndrome.(Behavioral Pediatrics): An article from: Pediatric News - $5.95
Amazon.com: Psychopharmacologic interventions for fragile X: Prader-Willi, Angelman's syndrome.(Behavioral Pediatrics): An article from: Pediatric News: Ben Van Houten: BooksAmazon
-
-
Angelman Syndrome Questions
-
%of mental retardation in downs syndrome 1 Answer"Most individuals with Down syndrome have mental retardation in the mild (IQ 50–70) to moderate (IQ 35–50) range, with individuals having Mosaic Down syndrome t... read more -
Is aspergers syndrome real? 4 AnswersYes, I believe it's real, it's just people have different levels of it and it's not good to label someone as Asperger's Syndrome, yet sometimes simply call them... read more -
How would you feel if you were pregnant and found out you were carrying a baby with Down's Syndrome? 7 AnswersWhen I had a special needs child, I had no clue because there was no test to determine in advance, what he had. What would I have done has become severely cloud... read more
-
-
Angelman Syndrome Prevention and Genetic Counseling
- Genetica Lens: Genetic Counseling For Angelman Syndrome
Featured Mahalo Topics


