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Leveraging GenIDA: Enhancing Practitioner Skills in Managing Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Leveraging GenIDA: Enhancing Practitioner Skills in Managing Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Introduction

In the evolving field of speech-language pathology, data-driven decisions are critical to enhancing therapeutic outcomes, especially for children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). The recent research article, "GenIDA: an international participatory database to gain knowledge on health issues related to genetic forms of neurodevelopmental disorders," provides valuable insights that can be leveraged by practitioners to improve their skills and patient outcomes.

Understanding GenIDA

GenIDA is an international participatory database designed to better characterize the clinical manifestations and natural histories of rare genetic forms of NDDs. This database is unique because it involves the direct input of affected individuals and their families through structured questionnaires. As of July 2022, GenIDA has documented 1545 patient records from over 60 nationalities, providing a rich source of anonymized data for clinicians and researchers worldwide.

Key Findings and Implications for Practitioners

The GenIDA database offers several key findings that practitioners can implement to enhance their therapeutic approaches:

Encouraging Further Research

While GenIDA provides a robust framework for understanding genetic NDDs, it also highlights the need for further research in several areas:

Conclusion

GenIDA represents a significant advancement in the field of genetic research related to neurodevelopmental disorders. By leveraging the insights from this database, practitioners can enhance their skills and improve outcomes for children with these complex conditions. The participatory nature of GenIDA ensures that the data is both comprehensive and reflective of real-world challenges, making it an invaluable resource for clinicians and researchers alike.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: GenIDA: an international participatory database to gain knowledge on health issues related to genetic forms of neurodevelopmental disorders.


Citation: Burger, P., Colin, F., Strehle, A., Mazzucotelli, T., Collot, N., Coutelle, R., Durand, B., Bouman, A., Landau Prat, D., Kleefstra, T., Parrend, P., Piton, A., Koolen, D. A., & Mandel, J. L. (2022). GenIDA: an international participatory database to gain knowledge on health issues related to genetic forms of neurodevelopmental disorders. Journal of Neural Transmission. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00702-022-02569-3
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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