Category: Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
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Understanding Prader-Willi Syndrome
It’s very important to understand PWS because nobody, no one else understands. Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder that affects many aspects of a person’s life, including growth, metabolism, cognitive abilities and behavior. This complex syndrome is caused by the loss of function of specific genes on chromosome 15, which can result in…
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Unfolding the Journey of Albinism
Albinism is a beautiful difference that deserves to be celebrated. – Edith Jibunoh Albinism is a rare, non-contagious, genetic condition that affects people of all ethnic backgrounds worldwide. It results in little or no production of melanin, the pigment responsible for colouring the skin, hair and eyes. Albinism also impacts vision, often causing lifelong visual…