The three-year research project carried out by Birmingham University in conjunction with Bangor and London universities looking at challenging behaviour in CdLS, Cri du Chat and Angelman’s syndrome has ended.

The research was supported by a grant from the Big Lottery Fund and now families will be receiving copies of a new book and an interactive computer DVD that will help them deal with issues of challenging behaviour.

The copies are being sent to the addresses of the CdLS person who are registered with the Foundation. Families who have not received a copy should call
Jacquie in the office.

Professionals or other interested family members can obtain additional copies either through the Foundation or via Amazon. The book and DVD costs £11.99 with all profits being donated to CdLS Foundation.

The DVD includes video footage of people with CdLS and helps families and professionals identify certain behaviours. “ We are fortunate to have been able to gain an insight into some of the reasons that challenging behaviour may occur,” says Professor Chris Oliver who led the research.