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Genetics 101 for Disabilities Professionals
 From the November 2001 Disabilities newsletter.How can learning about the genetics underlying certain syndromes and disorders help you design more effective behavioral interventions? Next month, we're going to take a look at that question with a feature on fragile x syndrome from Genetics and Mental Retardation Syndromes, by Elisabeth M. Dykens, Robert M. Hodapp, and Brenda M. Finucane. This month, we're linking you to sites around the Internet. These sites make for a genetics primer and a good bunch of favorites for people who work in the disabilities field. Great links on genetics basics: Glossary of Genetic Terms A comprehensive glossary from the Genetic Alliance. Genomics 101: The Basics An introduction to genetics that is a special feature on the Human Genome Project's web site. An Introduction to Genetics and Mental Retardation A downloadable PDF document from The Arc. Links on specific syndromes: Down Syndrome Information on the cause of Down syndrome in a FAQ format from the National Down Syndrome Society. Prader-Willi Syndrome A very accessible article called "The Genetics of Prader-Willi Syndrome: An Explanation for the Rest of Us." Fragile X Syndrome An article from the National Fragile X Foundation called "How is Fragile X Syndrome Inherited?" (Also check out the printer-friendly tips in the "Education" section.) Williams Syndrome Information from the Williams Syndrome Association. Velocardiofacial Syndrome A good basic overview of cause and incidence from the NIH. Angelman Syndrome "Facts About Angelman Syndrome," from the Angelman Syndrome Foundation. Smith-Magenis Syndrome "What Is SMS?" from the Baylor College of Medicine. 5p- Syndrome (cri du chat) "Overview of 5p- Syndrome" from the 5p- Society. Rare Disorders Database A searchable database from the National Organization of Rare Disorders of reports and articles on rare genetic disorders.
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