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Risk Factors for Young Children. EDCI 336 October 25, 2007. Risk Factors. Genetic influences 15-25% of cases Environmental influences 75-85% of cases. Genetic Influences. Syndromes (Down, Fragile-X) Metabolic disorders (PKU). Environmental Risk Factors. Low SES
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Risk Factors for Young Children EDCI 336 October 25, 2007
Risk Factors • Genetic influences • 15-25% of cases • Environmental influences • 75-85% of cases
Genetic Influences • Syndromes (Down, Fragile-X) • Metabolic disorders (PKU)
Environmental Risk Factors • Low SES • Families with varied cultural backgrounds • Dysfunctional families • Teen or older mothers
Environmental Risk Factors • Non-English speaking homes • Prenatal exposure to • Viruses, drugs, alcohol
Environmental Risk Factors • Malnourished mother • Mother with: • Diabetes, syphilis, some viral infections
Medical Complications • Hypoglycemia • Respiratory Distress Syndrome • Retinopathy of Prematurity
Medical Complications • Brain infections • Degenerative diseases • Brain tumors
Medical Complications • Drug-induced delays • Seizure disorders • Injuries due to battered child syndrome