Cognitive and behavioral development profile of a Saudi girl with Fragile X syndrome

Authors

• Mohammed M. Alqahtani
• Saeed H. Wahaas
• Adel A. Mahmoud

Abstract

This report presents an ideal case of a girl with Fragile X syndrome. There is positive family history of the same condition. The analysis revealed low average IQ with attention deficit, shyness, and social withdrawal. The report shows that girls with Fragile X might have only mild cognitive deficits that enable them to adapt and succeed in society.

Article Type

Case Report

First Page

113

Last Page

116

Recommended Citation

Alqahtani, Mohammed M.; Wahaas, Saeed H.; and Mahmoud, Adel A. (2010) "Cognitive and behavioral development profile of a Saudi girl with Fragile X syndrome," Neurosciences: Vol. 15: Iss. 2, Article 9.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17712/1658-3183.1779