Fragile X Syndrome

Randi Jenssen Hagerman

ISBN 10: 0801868440 / ISBN 13: 9780801868443

Published by Johns Hopkins University Press, US, 2002

About this Item

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited form of mental retardation. Now substantially revised and updated, this acclaimed book discusses the clinical approach to diagnosing the disorder, supported by the latest research in epidemiology, molecular biology and genetics, and neuropsychology. It also presents information on treatment: genetic counseling, pharmacotherapy, intervention, and gene therapy.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Fragile X Syndrome
• Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press, US
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0801868440
• ISBN 13: 9780801868443
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: third edition.
• Condition: New
• Weight: 726 grams

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Synopsis

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited form of mental retardation. Now substantially revised and updated, this acclaimed book discusses the clinical approach to diagnosing the disorder, supported by the latest research in epidemiology, molecular biology and genetics, and neuropsychology. It also presents information on treatment: genetic counseling, pharmacotherapy, intervention, and gene therapy.

About the Authors

Randi Jenssen Hagerman, M.D., is Tsakopoulos-Vismara Professor of Pediatrics at the M.I.N.D. Institute in Sacramento, California.

Paul J. Hagerman, M.D., Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of California, Davis.