SYNGAP1: A Genetic Disorder Involved in Autism, Epilepsy, and Maybe Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Schizophrenia

Hi everyone. Today, we’re going to learn about a genetic disorder referred to as SYNGAP1. Most of us have probably never heard of SYNGAP1. That’s largely because it’s only recently been identified.

Research is showing it is a significant factor in autism, epilepsy and possibly other disorders too, including Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease.

In this episode, we’ll learn when the problems with the SYNGAP1 gene were discovered, who this affects, where the SYNGAP condition presents itself.

We’ll also What is being done right now to learn about this genetic disorder and what may lie ahead in terms of the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of SYNGAP1 on genetic abnormalities.

To help us understand all this, we’ve brought on probably the best person out there to discuss this topic: Monica Weldon. When I tell you a little bit more about Monica, I think you’ll understand why.

Monica Weldon is the founder, President and CEO of the SYNGAP 1 Foundation. Monica’s twin son, Beckett, was the first to be diagnosed at Texas Children’s Genetics Clinic with the gene mutation in gap on… Over the past several years, Monica’s focus has been building the programs and mission of the SYNGAP 1 Foundation. As you’ll soon hear, Monica is doing that!

You’ll find more about Monica if you go to our website, www.jeff-ostroff.com

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Jeff Ostroff is an experienced, versatile marketing and communications executive. He currently hosts and produces two podcasts which he created, “Looking Forward: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers,” and “Health Care on the Horizon.” He’s a co-host for the “MyMacD Life” podcast, which is about macular degeneration.

Jeff’s also a podcast creator/consultant, voice-over talent, event host/facilitator, producer of audio or video business “spotlight” promos, and a seniors’ (silver) marketing advisor. Jeff’s first career was focused primarily on seniors, health care, travel, and marketing. He’s the author of the Prentice-Hall Book, “Successful Marketing to the 50+ Consumer” (Prentice-Hall.)