Early Predictors of Later Expressive Language in Boys With Fragile X Syndrome

Fielding-Gebhardt, Heather; Warren, Steven F.

doi:10.1352/1944-7558-124.1.11

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“…Recent research has found that increased autistic symptomatology is generally associated with greater communication delay in FXS, and this is in agreement with previous research (Abbeduto and Hagerman, 1997;Abbeduto et al, 2007;Finestack et al, 2009;Fielding-Gebhardt and Warren, 2019;Mattie and Hamrick, 2022). The impact of autistic symptomatology has been demonstrated in gestures, gaze shift, and initiation of joint attention (Flenthrope and Brady, 2010;Hahn et al, 2016Hahn et al, , 2017Brewe et al, 2018;Rague et al, 2018;Hughes et al, 2019).…”

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confidence: 89%

Communication in fragile X syndrome: Patterns and implications for assessment and intervention

Hoffmann

2022

Front. Psychol.

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Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is the most common cause of inherited intellectual disability and is associated with a high rate of autism diagnosis. Language delays have been noted in the areas of overall communication and the specific areas of receptive, expressive, and pragmatic language, as well as in development of speech sounds and literacy. It has been widely noted that those individuals with a diagnosis of both FXS and autism tend to have more significant intellectual disability and language disorder. In this study, the research exploring the FXS language phenotype is presented, and the roles of cognition, autistic symptomatology, and gender are highlighted as possible. Implications for assessment and intervention approaches based on the strengths and weaknesses of the FXS language phenotype are provided.

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Communication in fragile X syndrome: Patterns and implications for assessment and intervention

Hoffmann

2022

Front. Psychol.

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“… 8 Early use of consonants during babbling and intentional communication, including the use of gestures, is predictive of later expressive language. 9 By the time of preschool, though, children with FXS have the ability to repair a breakdown in communication (i.e., when there is a miscommunication with a conversational partner), indicating well-developed language and social skills. In addition, maternal language plays a role in language development.…”

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Research Gaps in Fragile X Syndrome: An Updated Literature Review to Inform Clinical and Public Health Practice

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Wheeler

Okoniewski

et al. 2022

J Dev Behav Pediatr

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Objective: The phenotypic impact of fragile X syndrome (FXS) has been well-documented since the discovery of the fragile X messenger ribonucleoprotein 1 gene 30 years ago. However, gaps remain in clinical and public health research. The purpose of this literature review was to determine the extent to which these gaps have been addressed and identify targeted areas of future research. Methods: We conducted an electronic search of several scientific databases using a variety of key words. The search focused on 5 areas identified as research gaps by an earlier review: (1) diagnosis, (2) phenotypic presentation, (3) familial impact, (4) interventions and treatments, and (5) life span perspectives. Inclusion criteria included publication between 2014 and 2020, focus on human subjects, and publication in English. A total of 480 articles were identified, 365 were reviewed, and 112 are summarized in this review. Results: Results are organized into the following categories: (1) FXS phenotype and subtypes (FXS subtypes, medical profile, cognitive/developmental profile, social and behavioral profile); (2) needs of adults; (3) public health needs (clinical diagnosis and newborn screening, health care needs, and access); ( 4) treatment (treatment priorities, pharmacological treatments, and behavioral and educational interventions); and (5) families (economic burden and mother-child relationship). Conclusion: Despite the progress in many areas of FXS research, work remains to address gaps in clinical and public health knowledge. We pose 3 main areas of focused research, including early detection and diagnosis, determinants of health, and development and implementation of targeted interventions.

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“…Children's developmental stages are not reached simultaneously. Some children do not reach developmental milestones as fast as their peers do, or they may have only recently caught up to the developmental stage of their peers (Fielding‐Gebhardt & Warren, 2019). The entire developmental stage of a child may experience delays in one area.…”

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Language and drawing development after a combined intervention: A single‐subject case study

Servi

2023

British J Special Edu

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Language and drawing each have their own sets of symbols that they use to convey messages. It is still unclear whether the development of these two expression mechanisms is similar or distinct. There are various approaches to supporting language and communication skills, including structured and naturalistic methods. The goal of this in‐depth case study is to find out how a combined intervention affects the language and drawing abilities of a three‐year‐old girl with developmental delay. Structured implementations and milieu teaching strategies were used in the same session, but not simultaneously. The participant's language and communication skills improved at the end of the programme. Interestingly, even though there was no drawing‐related goal, her drawings evolved too. Even though this is a single‐subject case study, it suggests that if a child's cognitive and language skills develop, his/her drawing skills do as well.

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Early Predictors of Later Expressive Language in Boys With Fragile X Syndrome

Cited by 9 publications

References 37 publications

Communication in fragile X syndrome: Patterns and implications for assessment and intervention

Communication in fragile X syndrome: Patterns and implications for assessment and intervention

Research Gaps in Fragile X Syndrome: An Updated Literature Review to Inform Clinical and Public Health Practice

Language and drawing development after a combined intervention: A single‐subject case study

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