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William's Syndrome (behavioural characteristics (socially disinhibited…
William's Syndrome
physical symptoms
dysmorphic features
broad forehead
short nose w/ broad tip
wide mouth w/ full lips
dental problems
become more prominent with age
health issues
very rare disorder = not much research $$$ and meds are pricey
narrow blood vessels and heart issues
M.Skel. problems
low birth weight & m. tone
kidney abnormalities
CT problems
genetics
not inherited--random mutation in parents
deletion of long arm of chromosome 7
number of deletions vary
atypical gene deletions linked to social behaviour and visual spatial abilities
research
engineer deletions in specific areas w/ mice to study the link
study combo of multiple deletions and interactions between genes
study gene dosage effects
behavioural characteristics
socially disinhibited
highly motivating
not afraid to engage in conversation: even when judge to be unapproachable
overly friendly
excessive social personality
difficulty learning social norms
strong music seeking
high rate of perfect pitch
severe anxiety/phobias
poor daily living skills
ID + poor social judgment
4X more likely ADHD
intact:
face recognition
emotion recognition
emotional responsiveness