Angelman Syndrome affects the brain and the body.
People find it hard to walk and talk.
They have lots of energy and they find it hard to concentrate and sleep.
The condition may improve as they get older.
Most of them have a learning disability.
They can live long healthy lives.
They learn new skills and find different ways to communicate.
It is caused by genes, a gene that is not working.
It is a lifetime condition.
There is no cure but there is support.
The person may have seizure and may struggle to communicate.
You may communicate with them by using Makaton and other communication aids.
They may need physio for exercise and treatments.
Inform
doctor if you, anyone you know or
come across has Angelman Syndrome. Here is more information https://www.angelmanuk.org/
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