Objectives
Education: To educate concerned families, the medical and educational communities, the general public, and other interested organizations and individuals on the diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of the handicapping conditions associated with Angelman Syndrome.
Support and Advocacy: To establish national, regional and local support systems for persons with Angelman Syndrome, their families and other interested parties, in order to gather and disseminate information on genetic counseling, medical management, family counseling, behavioural management, stress and coping methods, education and communication programs or any other matters of mutual interest and concern.
Research: To promote research activities on the diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of Angelman Syndrome, including the study:
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molecular /cytogenetic evaluations
- genetic imprinting
- hypopigmentation
- craniofacial and nueroanatomic associations
- behaviour management
- drug therapy in relation to seizure activity
- hyperactivity
- sleep disorders
- family stress and coping mechanisms
- any other areas with research value
Fundraising: To raise funds for education, support, advocacy and research on behalf of persons with Angelman Syndrome