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Sotos syndrome

an autosomal dominant inherited disorder characterized by macrocephaly, distinctive facial features (including wide-set eyes), and learning disabilities or delayed development. Affected infants and children tend to grow quickly and are significantly taller than their siblings and peers, although adult height is usually in the normal range. Also called cerebral gigantism; Nevo syndrome. [reported in 1964 by Juan Fernandez Sotos (1927–  ), U.S. pediatrician]

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January 11th 2025

perceptual training

perceptual training

a method of enhancing an individual’s ability to interpret perceived objects or events in concrete terms. For example, the ability of a child to recognize letters of the alphabet may be enhanced when he or she traces the outlines of the letters.