Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society (Europe)

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What is a chromosome abnormality?

Unique has written a very clear booklet on chromosome abnormalities called the little Yellow Book. If you would like to read it, please follow this link. The Little Yellow Book is available in several different languages and can be obtained from Unique.

Information on Chromosome 18 conditions.

The Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society has produced web pages with information about all the chromosome 18 disorders. Go to this wonderful area to see more pictures and learn more about your particular disorder.

Lack of Speech Therapy

If you are concerned about the lack of Speech Therapy (often referred to as ST), please follow this link to a useful Unique article.

Other Sources of Support and Advice

• Riding for the Disabled Association
• Some people with chromosomal abnormalities getting riding lessons, also called hippotherapy.
• National Deaf Children's Society
• The NDCS is a very helpful charity helping deaf and hard of hearing children.
• Royal National Insitute for the Blind
• The RNIB is the major charity for the blind and visually impaired in the UK.

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