When is National Fragile X Awareness Day?

National Fragile X Awareness Day is held each year on July 22nd to honor those affected by Fragile X syndrome. The day also raises funds for study, education, and awareness.

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Fragile X syndrome is a result of the FMR1 gene mutation and is the most common form of inheritable intellectual disability. Although a person may have the gene mutation, it affects more men than women, and although a person has the gene mutation, there are other common signs. Many that do not have signs may have mild or severe symptoms. Physical, educational, and behavioral signs may appear, and they can differ between males and females. Women tend to have similar but milder signs or none at all.

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, autism, hyperactivity, poor eye contact, sensory disorders, hand-biting or flapping, aggression are all examples
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