Ashraf Malhas, PhD,  —

Prader-Willi Patients Can Present Autism-related Symptoms, Australian Study Reports

A recent study from Australia revealed that patients with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) and Angelman syndrome can present autism symptoms, although the symptoms differ between the two conditions. According to the researchers, the findings have implications for treatment and intervention. Both Prader-Willi and Angelman syndrome are neurodevelopmental disorders that are…

Study Reports Correlation Between Genetic Abnormality and Psychiatric Diagnoses in Prader‐Willi Syndrome Patients

Adult patients with Prader‐Willi syndrome (PWS) show higher rates of psychiatric diagnoses that seem to be dependent on the type of genetic abnormality the patient has, a new study reports. The findings may help in the development of individualized therapeutic interventions. The study, “Prader‐Willi syndrome genetic subtypes and…

Caregivers of Prader-Willi Patients Need More Support, Study Shows

Caring for patients with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) has a significant effect on caregivers’ quality of life, and caregivers are in need of better support, a recent study found. Despite the positive effects that growth hormone therapy has had for patients with PWS, including improving their height, strength, and sense of well-being, those…

Obesity and Insulin Resistance Associated with Diabetes in PWS Patients, Study Finds

Obesity and insulin resistance are significant risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), highlighting the importance of regular monitoring of glucose, or sugar, levels in these patients. Severe obesity in childhood, which may develop into type 2 diabetes, is a common feature in patients…