Tag: diagnostic testing
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Genetic Testing: SETBP1-Related Neurodevelopmental Disorder
We recently received the results of Boy1’s genetic testing, and—drumroll, please—we’ve pinpointed a diagnosis: SETBP1-Related Neurodevelopmental Disorder. While I’m still wrapping my head around all the details of this condition, I’m committed to learning more each day. Exploring SETBP1 on the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) website was quite…
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Autism Testing
After Boy1’s psychoeducational testing, we were advised to pursue autism testing. The wait time for the Medical University of South Carolina was around six months, but given that Boy1 has already been waiting for eight years, I wasn’t willing to have him wait any longer. So, I reached out to…
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Last summer, Boy2 was diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), hyperactivity presentation. While working through the assessments for him, I realized that many of the symptoms could have applied to Boy1 as well. I reached out to Boy2’s therapist to see if she could connect me with someone who could evaluate…
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Psychoeducational Testing
In May, Boy1 underwent psychoeducational testing at the Medical University of South Carolina. We recently received the results, which included not only the assessment findings but also a referral for autism testing and a consult for suspected attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). At the time of the initial referral, I hadn’t realized…
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Seizures
The term “seizure” can sound frightening and intense, but Boy1’s seizures are surprisingly subtle and gentle. Over the summer, I took the boys to a birthday party at a park. One moment, Boy1 was happily playing with the other kids, and the next, he walked away with a determined stride.…
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