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Family Stories | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Dr Carole Samango-Sprouse, founder of The Focus Foundation, receives letters and emails from parents with updates about how their children are doing. She also hears from parents whose sons and daughters have recently received a diagnosis of having an X and Y Variation, Developmental Dyspraxia and/or Dyslexia. Following are excerpts from a few of some of those correspondence. An Update from the B.C. Winter Games. We are all so proud of you! When the new semeste...
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Dyslexia | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurological in origin and impacts word recognition, reading and decoding abilities; it's believed to be present in up to 10 percent of the U.S. population. Children with Dyslexia struggle academically but are not "dumb" or "lazy." While Dyslexia is often debilitating if not addressed, the condition can be successfully managed and even overcome. To increase phonological competencies during preschool years.
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Pediatric And Medical Specialists | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Pediatric and Medical Specialists. Pediatric Specialists and Medical Evaluations. Determine if the child has the appropriate number of chromosomes (46). Rule out deletions (pieces of chromosomal material missing) or additions (additional chromosomal material). These findings are important for diagnosing syndromes and targeting treatments. If corrections are necessary. Rona AlexanderPh.D., CCC-SP, LTD. Partners for Progress, Inc. Howard J. BennettM.D. Pediatric...
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Media | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Media and Other Coverage. Finding The Focus Foundation and Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse in the news:. Fox 29 Philadelphia News. Check out Fox Philly’s story “boys born with abnormal chromosomes thrive from innovative treatment”. Dr Sprouse is interviewed in June, 2014. Http:/ www.blogtalkradio.com/thecoffeeklatch/2014/06/16/dr-samango-sprouse- the-autism-study. Dr Sprouse is interviewed in July, 2014. With Patience And Commitment, Davidsonville’s Katie Per...
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Developmental Dyspraxia | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Developmental Dyspraxia, also referred to as Dyspraxia or Childhood Apraxia of Speech, is characterized by impairment in the ability to plan and carry out sensory and motor tasks. Generally, individuals with the disorder appear "out of sync" with their environment. To increase early identification of Developmental Dyspraxia. To identify those children with Developmental Dyspraxia who also have an X and Y Variation. The Focus Foundation Inc.
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Treatments- Therapies and Interventions | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. Treatments, Therapies, and Interventions. Information for this page is still being gathered and will be posted in full or as links to other documents or websites. In the meantime, the following post is being placed here to provide parents and care providers with background information about one dietary supplement technique. ESSENTIAL FATTY ACID SUPPLEMENTATION FOR CHILDREN WITH LANGUAGE AND LEARNING DISABILITIES. What are essential fatty acids (EFA)? EFA suppl...
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History | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. In addition to making use of Dr. Samango-Sprouse's expertise, The Focus Foundation has assembled an experienced and dedicated team of scientists, scholars, educators, health care providers, fundraising and marketing experts, and passionate volunteers. By educating, training and replicating our efforts and results throughout the country (and, when opportunity allows, abroad), the lives of millions of children and their families can be greatly improved. With ear...
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Our Mission | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. The Focus Foundation is dedicated to helping children and families affected by X and Y Variations, Dyslexia, and/or Developmental Dyspraxia. The Focus Foundation believes that through increased awareness, early identification and syndrome-specific treatment, children with these conditions can reach their full potential. We want health care providers, educators and parents to know:. Early Identification Targeted Treatment = Recovery. The Focus Foundation Inc.
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The Focus Foundation Team | The Focus Foundation
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X and Y Chromosome. Living with an Atypical. The Focus Foundation Team. Along with Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse we have a number of people who work on our Team:. Hi, I'm DeXY. I promote improvement in children's lives for. Developmental Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, and XY Variations. Everyone thinks DeXY is clueless, but he follows the clues to find out the best way to help his band of followers. Follow us on Facebook. Teresa Sadeghin, MS Ed., Program Manager. Colleen Keen, B.A. Research Assistant. Colleen is an a...
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