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Description of Neuropsychological Profile in Patients with 22q11 Syndrome
Joga-Elvira Lorena1, Palma-Robleda Sandra2
1Pediatria, Parc Tauli Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Tauli (I3PT-CERCA), 08208 Sabadell, Spain.
Background:
22q11 deletion syndrome (SD22Q11) is a neurogenetic condition that is associated with a high risk of neurodevelopmental disorders and intellectual disability. People with SD22Q11, both children and adults, often experience significant difficulties in social interactions, as well as neurocognitive deficits, and have elevated rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Despite this, the relationship between basic cognitive processes and cognitive ability in this population has not been well investigated.
Methods:
the main objective of the present research is to describe the neurocognitive profile of people with SD22Q11 using standardized neuropsychological assessment instruments. For this purpose, a sample of 10 participants aged between 7 and 15 years was administered an assessment battery with the following tests: WISC-V, CELF-5, NEPSY-II, CSAT-R, CARAS-R, TP, MABC-2, BRIEF-2, SENA, DABAS, ABAS-II, SCQ, and ADOS-2.
Results:
the results showed IQ scores in the borderline normal range, as well as difficulties in language functions, social skills, motor skills, and executive functions.
Conclusions:
an individualized assessment taking into account the globality of its expression, and a therapeutic approach adapted to the specific needs of children with this syndrome is essential.
