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	ScienceDaily: Williams Syndrome, The Brain And Music
		"Williams syndrome is a perfect example where a genetic predisposition interacts with the environment to sculpt the brain in unique ways," says Reiss.
		People with Williams syndrome are irresistibly drawn to strangers, remember names and faces with ease, show strong empathy and have fluent and exceptionally expressive language.
		In their study, the researchers tried to answer the question of whether an atypical development of the planum temporale, which is part of the temporal lobe and thought to be involved many auditory tasks, including perfect pitch, may underlie the unusual musical and language skills.
	www.sciencedaily.com /releases/2006/10/061003191006.htm (1231 words)

	Williams syndrome - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Williams syndrome (Williams-Beuren syndrome) is a rare genetic disorder, occurring in fewer than 1 in every 20,000 live births.
		Williams shares some features with autism, although persons with Williams syndrome generally possess very good social skills, to the point that this condition is sometimes called "cocktail party syndrome".
		Williams syndrome is caused by the deletion of genetic material from a specific region of chromosome 7.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Williams_syndrome (570 words)

	Williams
		Williams syndrome is a contiguous gene disorder that results from a submicroscopic deletion of chromosome 7q11.23.
		Williams syndrome is a condition that occurs in 1/20,000 births.
		The cause of the calcium abnormality in 20% of infants with Williams syndrome is unknown.
	www.unr.edu /med/dept/Genetics/Williams.html (950 words)

	Williams syndrome
		Williams syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is characterised by distinctive physical features and behaviours, including a distinctive facial appearance, mild intellectual disability and an overly sociable personality.
		Williams syndrome isn't hereditary, which means the child didn't get the disorder from parental genes, and it isn't linked to anything the parents did or didn't do during pregnancy either.
		Williams syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by the deletion of genetic material on chromosome 7.
	www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au /bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Williams_syndrome?open (804 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams syndrome (WS) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder arising from a microdeletion at Chr band 7q11.23, which results in a hemizygous condition for a number of genes.
		The middle aortic syndrome, with diffuse narrowing of the thoracic and abdominal aorta, was present in 10 of 18 patients with Williams' syndrome (55%).
		Williams syndrome (WS) is a complex developmental disorder with multisystem involvement known to be the result of a microdeletion in the q11.23 region of chromosome 7.
	www.thedoctorsdoctor.com /diseases/williams_syndrome.htm (4230 words)

	Williams syndrome
		Williams syndrome is a rare congenital disorder characterized by physical and development problems.
		Williams syndrome is a contiguous disease, meaning that the deletion of this section of chromosome 7 may involve several more genes.
		The remarkable musical and verbal abilities of individuals with Williams syndrome, and their tendency to be very sociable, has lead to the suggestion that children with Williams syndrome were an inspiration for folktales and legends, as the 'wee, magical people' were often musicians and storytellers.
	www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov /books/bv.fcgi?call=bv.View..ShowSection&rid=gnd.section.189 (236 words)

	What is Williams syndrome
		Williams syndrome is a rare genetic condition (estimated to occur in 1/20,000 births) which causes medical and developmental problems.
		Williams syndrome was first recognized as a distinct entity in 1961.
		Older children and adults with Williams syndrome often demonstrate intellectual "strengths and weaknesses." There are some intellectual areas (such as speech, long term memory, and social skills) in which performance is quite strong, while other intellectual areas (such as fine motor and spatial relations) are significantly deficient.
	www.williams-syndrome.org /forparents/whatiswilliams.html (756 words)

	Stanford Psychiatry Neuroimaging Laboratory: Williams Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Williams syndrome is a rare genetic disorder occurring 1 in approximately 25,000 live births.
		Williams syndrome is caused by a small genetic deletion on the long arm of chromosome 7, encompassing approximately 25 genes.
		Ongoing research is determining the identity of other genes that are deleted in Williams syndrome and the structure and function of the proteins for which they encode.
	spnl.stanford.edu /disorders/williams.htm (337 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		The prevalence of Williams syndrome in the general population is 1/20,000...
		Williams syndrome is a rare condition whose cause remains undetermined.
		The Williams Syndrome Foundation (UK) was formed, as a Registered Charity, in 1980, with the twin aims of research, and the help and support of families with affected children.
	ibis-birthdefects.org /start/william.htm (1486 words)

	Special Child: Disorder Zone Archives - Williams Syndrome
		Williams syndrome (WS), which was first described in 1961, is a rare genetic disorder that causes medical and developmental problems.
		However, according to the Williams Syndrome Foundation, in a recent study, it was determined that 55% of the children examined were found to be severely mentally handicapped, 41% were moderately mentally handicapped, and only 4% of the children had average ranges of ability.
		He suspected Williams syndrome because of her congenital heart defects and chronic ear infections, as well as some subtle facial features, including a long philtrum, wide mouth, full lips, small chin, and a "starburst" pattern in her eyes.
	www.specialchild.com /archives/dz-004.html (3213 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		A "syndrome" is a medical condition that is categorized by a multitude of symptoms.
		Williams syndrome is caused by an abnormality in chromosomes.
		Some of the most common features of Williams syndrome are: heart and blood vessel problems, Hypercalcemia, Low birth-weight, low weight gain, extended period of colic or irritability, Dental abnormalities, Kidney abnormalities, Hernias, developmental delay, and learning disabilities.
	www.mamashealth.com /syndrome/willsyn.asp (277 words)

	Different Minds, an article about Williams Syndrome
		A child with Williams syndrome thinks nothing of going up to a complete stranger and saying, "I'd like to give you a hug." Parents of such children fight an uphill battle to teach them to suppress their natural friendliness so they won't be exploited.
		Most researchers believe that Williams Syndrome is an "autosomal dominant" genetic trait, meaning that the defect is not on the sex-related X or Y chromosomes, and that a child need inherit only one copy of the faulty gene or genes for the trait to show up.
		One early indication of Williams syndrome is an elevated level of calcium in an infant's blood, and many researchers believe the underlying cause of the disorder may involve a genetic defect in calcium metabolism.
	nasw.org /finn/ws.html (2589 words)

	Children's Heart Institute \| Heart Picture Gallery: Williams Syndrome Facial Features
		Williams Syndrome was first described in 1965 by doctor Williams and his collegues.
		It is called "syndrome" from the greek word "syn" meaning "together" and "drome" which means "running." The symptoms which run together make a syndrome.
		Children with Williams Syndrome are very cuddly and have a happy, innocent smile from ear to ear.
	www.childrenheartinstitute.org /educate/gallery/williams.htm (194 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Williams syndrome
		Williams syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by mild mental retardation, distinctive facial appearance, problems with calcium balance, and blood vessel disease.
		Williams syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by developmental delay, unusual facial appearance, narrowing of the aorta (large artery that leaves the heart) and particular cognitive and personality profiles.
		Many of the symptoms and signs of Williams syndrome may not be apparent at birth.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/001116.htm (738 words)

	Wisconsin Medical Society - Williams Syndrome and Savant Syndrome
		What is unique to Williams Syndrome, however, in contrast to other forms of developmental disability, is a rich, expansive, grammatically complex vocabulary with striking conversation and richly expressive story telling skills.
		The confluence of Autistic Disorder, mental retardation and savant abilities seen in Williams Syndrome, with the enhanced language to atypical of mental retardation, and increased sociability and over-friendliness so atypical of autism, along with an over-representation of savant musical skills, provide a most intriguing mix from a clinical, theoretical and research point of view.
		If a diagnosis of Williams Syndrome is suspected, there should be a referral to a geneticist who can carry out the specific laboratory tests available to confirm diagnosis.
	www.wisconsinmedicalsociety.org /savant/willsynd.cfm (693 words)

	WILLIAMS SYNDROME : Contact a Family - for families with disabled children: information on rare syndromes and disorders
		Williams syndrome is a sporadic congenital syndrome due to a microdeletion of chromosome 7 (7q11, 23) at the elastin gene focus.
		Children with Williams syndrome are developmentally delayed, with moderate or severe learning difficulties, though a few come within the borderline to low average range of abilities.
		Most children with Williams syndrome are outgoing and socially disinhibited towards adults, including strangers, but they tend to have poor relationships with peers.
	www.cafamily.org.uk /Direct/w15.html (963 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams syndrome is the deletion of one of the two #7 chromosomes and is missing the gene that makes the protein elastin (a protein which provides strength and elasticity to vessel walls) (3).
		It was soon discovered that Williams syndrome is a very rare genetic disorder, occurring in about 1/25,000 births- the Williams Syndrome Foundation only hears of 75 cases a year (1) (4).
		I am assuming they would be the same height in a year or two; my cousin with Williams Syndrome is small for his age and is not as tall as the average 7-8 year old.
	serendip.brynmawr.edu /biology/b103/f02/web1/rmoriyama.html (944 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams Syndrome is caused by a very small chromosomal deletion on the long arm of chromosome 7.
		The chromosomal deletion that causes Williams Syndrome is so small that it cannot be seen in a karyotype.
		The Williams Syndrome deletion can be detected by labeling the elastin gene with a fluorescent probe.
	gslc.genetics.utah.edu /units/disorders/karyotype/williams.cfm (320 words)

	Williams Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Williams syndrome is a rare genetic condition (estimated to occur in 1/20,000 births) that causes medical and developmental problems.
		In most families the child with Williams syndrome is the only one to have the condition in his or her entire extended family.
		Williams Syndrome is a chromosomal aberration, usually resulting in mild or moderate retardation often accompanied by an acute sensitivity to sound and perfect pitch.
	ericec.org /faq/williams.html (2046 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams syndrome is a rare, congenital (present at birth) disorder characterized by physical and developmental problems.
		Although, individuals with Williams syndrome may show competence in areas such as language, music, and interpersonal relations, their IQs are usually low and they are considered moderately to mildly retarded.
		There is neither a cure for Williams syndrome nor a standard course of treatment.
	healthlink.mcw.edu /article/921991423.html (162 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams Syndrome, also known as Williams-Beuren Syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by growth delays before and after birth (prenatal and postnatal growth retardation), short stature, varying levels of mental deficiency, and distinctive facial abnormalities that typically become more pronounced with age.
		Williams Syndrome may also be associated with heart (cardiac) defects, abnormally increased levels of calcium in the blood during infancy (infantile hypercalcemia), musculoskeletal defects, and/or other abnormalities.
		Musculoskeletal abnormalities associated with Williams Syndrome may include depression of the breastbone (pectus excavatum), abnormal curvature of the spine (scoliosis or kyphosis), or an awkward gait.
	www.bchealthguide.org /kbase/nord/nord298.htm (596 words)

	Williams Syndrome
		Williams syndrome (WS) is characterized by cognitive impairment (usually mild mental retardation), a specific cognitive profile, unique personality characteristics, distinctive facial features, and cardiovascular disease (elastin arteriopathy).
		Clinical diagnostic criteria are available for Williams syndrome (WS); however, the mainstay for diagnosis is detection of the contiguous gene deletion of the WS critical region that encompasses the elastin
		Ardinger RH Jr, Goertz KK, Mattioli LF (1994) Cerebrovascular stenoses with cerebral infarction in a child with Williams syndrome.
	www.geneclinics.org /profiles/williams/details.html (4483 words)

	Language Log: News about brain structure in Williams Syndrome
		In the latest Journal of Neuroscience, there's an interesting paper about brain structure in Williams Syndrome, a disorder caused by deletions of variable length in a gene on chromosome 7 (7q11.23) that codes for the connective-tissue protein elastin, and...
		In the latest Journal of Neuroscience, there's an interesting paper about brain structure in Williams Syndrome, a disorder caused by deletions of variable length in a gene on chromosome 7 (7q11.23) that codes for the connective-tissue protein elastin, and perhaps in other adjacent genes.
		Among the many symptoms of the syndrome are mental redardation with hypersociability, relatively spared language, and relatively spared musical abilities that sometimes rise to savant levels.
	itre.cis.upenn.edu /~myl/languagelog/archives/002098.html#more (1046 words)

	CAWS - About Williams Syndrome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Individuals diagnosed with Williams syndrome have a unique pattern of emotional, physical and mental strength’s and weaknesses.
		All Williams syndrome individuals appear to have a slight narrowing of the aorta above the valve, in many cases insignificant, but occasionally leading to more serious heart defects.
		There is no "cure" for Williams syndrome as it is caused by a genetic/chromosomal defect.
	www.caws-can.org /about.html (524 words)

	Mary's Williams Syndrome Web Site
		Williams Syndrome is a genetic condition which causes many medical and developmental challenges.
		Williams patients' bumpy intellectual profile and their engaging friendliness can obscure the plethora of physical symptoms that often beset them.
		Her low muscle tone is what I mainly contribute to her delays in walking and speech, my efforts now, I hope, will help Mary develop proper posture and strength to avoid some of the other common anomalies afflicting those with Williams Syndrome, such as contractures and premature arthritis.
	thefencingpost.com /mary (364 words)

	The Williams Syndrome Foundation - Resources: Video (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Our video "Williams Syndrome: Williams People" won a Bronze Award at the 2000 BMA Film Competition and also won the "Programmes for Teachers and Carers" category against stiff competition from 80 entries at the Awards Ceremony on the 19th April.
		However, it is recommended that whatever your interest in Williams, that you watch the whole video: The more you get to know about the syndrome, the easier it will be to meet the needs of a Williams Person in your care.
		Williams People is a valuable source of information, answering the most frequently asked questions whilst showing clearly the humour and warmth that is common to children and adults with Williams Syndrome.
	www.williams-syndrome.org.uk /resource/video.htm (220 words)

	Psychology Today: When words don't fail
		Summary: Describes the Williams syndrome, a rare human genetic disorder that causes retardation yet leaves language and social skills strangely unscathed.
		Syndrome as the opposite of autism; Skills and abilities of a person with Williams syndrome.
		Discovered only in 1961, Williams syndrome (WS) afflicts about one in 25,000 children in the U.S. In a sense the syndrome is the opposite of autism: Those who have it are social savants.
	www.psychologytoday.com /articles/pto-19950901-000004.html (455 words)

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