Fragile X Syndrome

Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition. Individuals with fragile X syndrome have an altered gene, called FMR1, on their “X” chromosome. It is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and the most common, known single-gene cause of autism. Often, people with fragile X syndrome also have physical characteristics such as long faces, larger ears, unusually flexible fingers and flat feet. People with fragile X syndrome also tend to be very social and friendly and have strong visual or long-term memory.

Fragile X Resources

Links and Resources for Fragile X

• National Fragile X Foundation
  • Fragile X 101: A Guide for the newly-diagnosed and those already living with Fragile X
  • Fragile X-Associated Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome
• Fragile X Clinical and Research Consortium (for patients and healthcare providers)
• Centers for Disease Control/Fragile X Syndrome
  • About Fragile X Syndrome
  • Facts vs. Myths about Fragile X
• FRAXA Research Foundation
• “The Carriers” / “The X-Factor in Infertility & Neurological Health”, Scientific American MIND (March 2016)
• UC Davis MIND Institute Fragile X Research and Treatment Program
• UC Davis MIND Institute Videos